CVE-2020-6354 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer, version - 9, allows a user to open manipulated SKP files from untrusted sources, causing application crashes due to Improper Input Validation.

Understanding CVE-2020-6354

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

What is CVE-2020-6354?

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

The Impact of CVE-2020-6354

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

Technical Details of CVE-2020-6354

Vulnerability specifics and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Improper Input Validation issue in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer
Allows opening manipulated SKP 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 SKP file from untrusted sources
Application crashes and becomes temporarily unavailable

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures and steps to address the vulnerability.

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid opening SKP files from untrusted sources
Regularly update the application to the latest version

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