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CVE-2024-7673

7.8 · HIGH

A maliciously crafted DWFX file, when parsed in w3dtk.dll through Autodesk Navisworks, can force a Heap-based Buffer Overflow.

Published Sep 30, 2024CWE-122EPSS 0.23%

Overview

CVE-2024-7673 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 30, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

A maliciously crafted DWFX file, when parsed in w3dtk.dll through Autodesk Navisworks, can force a Heap-based Buffer Overflow. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2024-7673?

CVE-2024-7673 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on September 30, 2024 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2024-7673?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2024-7673?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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