#VU54114 Untrusted Pointer Dereference in Brava! Desktop


Published: 2021-06-15

Vulnerability identifier: #VU54114

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 7.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-31504

CWE-ID: CWE-822

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Brava! Desktop
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to compromise the affected system.

The vulnerability exists due to boundary error when parsing PDF files. A remote attacker can create a specially crafted PDF file, trick the victim into opening it, trigger untrusted pointer dereference and execute arbitrary code on the system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions


External links
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-646/


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.


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