Vulnerability identifier: #VU56919

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv3.1: 3.8 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2021-41538

CWE-ID: CWE-824

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Solid Edge SE2021
Server applications / SCADA systems

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information on the system.

The vulnerability exists due to an uninitialized pointer while parsing OBJ files. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted file and gain access to sensitive information on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://cert-portal.siemens.com/productcert/pdf/ssa-728618.pdf
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-21-1122/

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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.