CVE-2022-27872
Last modified
CVE-2022-27872 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A maliciously crafted PDF file may be used to dereference a pointer for read or write operation while parsing PDF files in Autodesk Navisworks 2022. The vulnerability exists because the application fails to handle a crafted PDF file, which causes an unhandled exception. EPSS estimates a 0.73% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A maliciously crafted PDF file may be used to dereference a pointer for read or write operation while parsing PDF files in Autodesk Navisworks 2022. The vulnerability exists because the application fails to handle a crafted PDF file, which causes an unhandled exception. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash or read sensitive data or execute arbitrary code.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Autodesk | Navisworks | 2022 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2022-27872?
How severe is CVE-2022-27872?
How do I fix CVE-2022-27872?
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
- Autonomous PentestingAI agents that find and validate exploitable vulnerabilities like this one across your applications.
- PR ReviewsPentest every pull request so vulnerable code is caught before it ships to production.
- AI Penetration TestingHow AI-driven penetration testing continuously covers your attack surface.
Related CVEs from 2022
- CVE-2022-27867A maliciously crafted JT file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2022, 2021…7.8
- CVE-2022-27868A maliciously crafted CAT file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2023 can …7.8
- CVE-2022-27869A maliciously crafted TIFF file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2023 can…7.8
- CVE-2022-2787Schroot before 1.6.13 had too permissive rules on chroot or …4.3
- CVE-2022-27870A maliciously crafted TGA file in Autodesk AutoCAD 2023 may …7.8
- CVE-2022-27871Autodesk AutoCAD product suite, Revit, Design Review and Nav…7.8
- CVE-2022-27873An attacker can force the victim’s device to perform arbitra…7.8
- CVE-2022-27874Improper authentication in some Intel(R) XMM(TM) 7560 Modem …7.2
- CVE-2022-27875On F5 Access for Android 3.x versions prior to 3.0.8, a Task…5.5
- CVE-2022-27876Rejected reason: This CVE ID has been rejected or withdrawn …
- CVE-2022-27877Rejected reason: This CVE ID has been rejected or withdrawn …
- CVE-2022-27878On all versions of 16.1.x, 15.1.x, 14.1.x, 13.1.x, 12.1.x, a…6.8
Are you affected by CVE-2022-27872?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
Scan your code nowSource: NVD / NIST