Vulnerability identifier: #VU68251

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-2022-2949

CWE-ID: CWE-908

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
HyperView Player
Client/Desktop applications / Other client software

Vendor: Altair Engineering

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to bypass certain security restrictions.

The vulnerability exists due to usage of uninitialized resources when parsing the H3D files. A remote attacker can trick a victim to open a specially crafted H3D file, trigger uninitialized usage of resources and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

HyperView Player: 2021.1.0.27

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External links
http://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/icsa-22-284-01
http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-22-1436/

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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.