CVE-2024-47433 in Substance3D Painter
Summary
by MITRE • 11/12/2024
Substance3D - Painter versions 10.1.0 and earlier are affected by an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/27/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-47433 affects Substance3D Painter versions 10.1.0 and earlier, presenting a critical out-of-bounds write flaw that can be exploited to achieve arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability resides within the file parsing functionality of the software, specifically when processing malformed or malicious input files. The out-of-bounds write condition occurs when the application fails to properly validate input data during file parsing operations, allowing an attacker to write data beyond the allocated memory boundaries. Such memory corruption issues are particularly dangerous as they can lead to complete system compromise when successfully exploited.
The technical nature of this vulnerability aligns with CWE-787, which describes out-of-bounds write conditions in software systems. The flaw manifests when Painter processes specially crafted files that contain malformed data structures, causing the application to write beyond the intended memory buffer. This type of vulnerability typically arises from insufficient bounds checking in memory management operations, where the software does not adequately verify that data being written fits within the allocated memory space. The vulnerability requires user interaction for exploitation, meaning that a victim must actively open a malicious file for the attack to succeed, which aligns with the typical user interaction requirement for many desktop application exploits.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability represents a significant security risk for users who frequently work with external assets or collaborate with third-party content creators. The attack vector through file opening operations means that users may be compromised simply by opening legitimate-looking files that contain malicious payloads. This makes the vulnerability particularly dangerous in collaborative environments where users regularly exchange design assets or when users download content from untrusted sources. The arbitrary code execution capability allows attackers to gain complete control over the victim's system, potentially leading to data theft, system compromise, or further network infiltration. The context of the vulnerability also suggests that it may be leveraged in targeted attacks against creative professionals who rely heavily on Substance3D Painter for their workflow.
The mitigation strategy for CVE-2024-47433 primarily involves updating to the latest version of Substance3D Painter where the vulnerability has been patched. Organizations should implement immediate patch management procedures to ensure all affected systems are updated. Additionally, users should exercise caution when opening files from untrusted sources and implement additional security measures such as sandboxing or file validation systems. The vulnerability's requirement for user interaction provides a window for defensive measures, as users can be trained to recognize potentially malicious files and avoid opening suspicious content. Security monitoring should include detection of unusual file opening patterns and behavior that might indicate exploitation attempts. This vulnerability also highlights the importance of input validation and memory safety practices in software development, particularly for applications that process external file formats. Organizations should consider implementing application whitelisting policies and restricting the ability to open certain file types in high-risk environments. The ATT&CK framework would categorize this vulnerability under T1059 for command and scripting interpreter and potentially T1203 for exploitation for privilege escalation if successful exploitation occurs.