CVE-2020-6358 : Security Advisory and Response

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

Understanding CVE-2020-6358

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

What is CVE-2020-6358?

Vulnerability in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version - 9
Allows opening manipulated FBX files from untrusted sources
Results in application crashes and temporary unavailability

The Impact of CVE-2020-6358

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-2020-6358

Vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

Improper Input Validation issue in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer
Caused by opening manipulated FBX files from untrusted sources

Affected Systems and Versions

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

Exploitation Mechanism

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

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2020-6358.

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid opening FBX files from untrusted sources
Restart the application if it crashes

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply patches
Educate users on safe file handling practices
Implement proper input validation mechanisms

Patching and Updates

Apply vendor-supplied patches and updates promptly