CVE-2021-42068 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the impact of CVE-2021-42068 on SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer. Learn about the vulnerability, affected versions, and mitigation steps to ensure system security.
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.0 is susceptible to a crash when opening manipulated GIF files from untrusted sources. Learn about the impact, technical details, and mitigation steps.
Understanding CVE-2021-42068
Opening manipulated GIF files in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer - version 9.0 leads to application crashes and temporary unavailability.
What is CVE-2021-42068?
Opening a manipulated GIF file in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer - version 9.0 causes the application to crash and requires a restart.
The Impact of CVE-2021-42068
The vulnerability leads to application crashes, rendering the SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer temporarily unusable.
Technical Details of CVE-2021-42068
SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer's vulnerability stems from improper input validation and affects versions below 9.0.
Vulnerability Description
When opening a manipulated .gif file in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer - version 9.0, the application crashes.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer
- Vendor: SAP SE
- Vulnerable Version: < 9.0
Exploitation Mechanism
Opening a manipulated GIF file from untrusted sources triggers the application crash.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate actions and long-term practices can help safeguard systems against CVE-2021-42068.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Avoid opening .gif files from untrusted sources
- Apply the latest security patches from SAP
Long-Term Security Practices
- Educate users on safe file handling practices
- Implement a comprehensive cybersecurity training program
Patching and Updates
Regularly update and apply security patches from SAP to protect against known vulnerabilities.