CVE-2020-6349 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated GIF files from untrusted sources, leading to application crashes and temporary unavailability due to Improper Input Validation.

Understanding CVE-2020-6349

SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer vulnerability impacting versions below 9.

What is CVE-2020-6349?

Vulnerability in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version - 9
Allows opening manipulated GIF files from untrusted sources
Results in application crashes and temporary unavailability
Caused by Improper Input Validation

The Impact of CVE-2020-6349

CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
User Interaction: Required
Availability Impact: Low
No impact on Confidentiality or Integrity

Technical Details of CVE-2020-6349

Vulnerability specifics and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Improper Input Validation issue in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer
Allows opening manipulated GIF files, leading to application crashes

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer
Vendor: SAP SE
Versions Affected: < 9

Exploitation Mechanism

User opens manipulated GIF file from untrusted sources
Application crashes and becomes temporarily unavailable

Mitigation and Prevention

Actions to mitigate the CVE-2020-6349 vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid opening GIF files from untrusted sources
Regularly restart the application to prevent prolonged unavailability

Long-Term Security Practices

Implement proper input validation mechanisms
Educate users on safe file handling practices

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by SAP to fix the vulnerability