CVE-2020-6339 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

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

Understanding CVE-2020-6339

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

What is CVE-2020-6339?

This CVE involves a vulnerability in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer that allows users to open manipulated BMP files from untrusted sources, leading to application crashes.

The Impact of CVE-2020-6339

CVSS Base Score: 4.3 (Medium Severity)
Attack Vector: Network
Attack Complexity: Low
User Interaction: Required
Availability Impact: Low
Confidentiality Impact: None
Integrity Impact: None
Privileges Required: None
Scope: Unchanged

Technical Details of CVE-2020-6339

Vulnerability details and affected systems.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability arises from improper input validation in SAP 3D Visual Enterprise Viewer version 9.

Affected Systems and Versions

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

Exploitation Mechanism

Opening manipulated BMP files from untrusted sources triggers the vulnerability, causing application crashes.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protective measures against CVE-2020-6339.

Immediate Steps to Take

Avoid opening BMP files from untrusted sources
Implement file validation checks
Regularly update the application

Long-Term Security Practices

Conduct security training for users
Employ network segmentation
Monitor for unusual application behavior

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by SAP to address the vulnerability.