Remote code execution in Autodesk Maya
| Risk | High |
| Patch available | YES |
| Number of vulnerabilities | 1 |
| CVE-ID | CVE-2020-7079 |
| CWE-ID | CWE-427 |
| Exploitation vector | Network |
| Public exploit | N/A |
| Vulnerable software Subscribe |
Autodesk Maya Other software / Other software solutions |
| Vendor | Autodesk |
Security Bulletin
This security bulletin contains one high risk vulnerability.
1) Insecure DLL loading
EUVDB-ID: #VU28197
Risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID: CVE-2020-7079
CWE-ID:
CWE-427 - Uncontrolled Search Path Element
Exploit availability: No
DescriptionThe vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise vulnerable system.
The vulnerability exists due to improper signature validation mechanism when automatically loading official Autodesk feature packages delivered at install time. A remote attacker can trick a victim into writing a malicious DLL into the installation area and execute arbitrary code on victim's system.
MitigationInstall updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versionsAutodesk Maya: 2014 - 2020
External linkshttp://www.autodesk.com/trust/security-advisories/adsk-sa-2020-0003
Q & A
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.
