CVE-2024-8588 in AutoCAD
Summary
by MITRE • 10/30/2024
A maliciously crafted SLDPRT file when parsed in odxsw_dll.dll through Autodesk AutoCAD can force a Out-of-Bounds Read vulnerability. A malicious actor can leverage this vulnerability to cause a crash, write sensitive data, or execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 03/02/2025
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2024-8588 represents a critical out-of-bounds read flaw within Autodesk AutoCAD's handling of SLDPRT files through the odxsw_dll.dll component. This issue arises from insufficient input validation and memory boundary checks when processing specially crafted SLDPRT files that contain malformed data structures. The vulnerability exists in the software's file parsing logic where the application fails to properly validate array indices or buffer limits during the processing of structured data elements within these files.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs when a maliciously constructed SLDPRT file is opened within AutoCAD, triggering the odxsw_dll.dll module to attempt reading memory locations beyond the allocated buffer boundaries. This out-of-bounds read condition can result in several operational impacts including application crashes, information disclosure through memory content exposure, or potentially more severe consequences such as arbitrary code execution. The flaw stems from a lack of proper bounds checking mechanisms that should validate the size and structure of incoming data before processing, which aligns with CWE-129, which addresses insufficient validation of length of input buffers.
From an operational perspective this vulnerability presents significant risks to organizations heavily reliant on AutoCAD for design and engineering work. Attackers can leverage this flaw by delivering malicious SLDPRT files through social engineering campaigns, compromised software distribution channels, or by exploiting the vulnerability in targeted attacks against specific users. The remote code execution capability, while potentially requiring user interaction, creates a serious threat vector that could enable attackers to establish persistent access, escalate privileges, or deploy additional malicious payloads within the victim's environment. This vulnerability directly maps to ATT&CK technique T1203, which covers exploitation for execution through the manipulation of software components.
Organizations should prioritize immediate mitigation through Autodesk's security patches and updates, while implementing additional protective measures such as restricting file type permissions, deploying application whitelisting policies, and monitoring for suspicious file access patterns. Network segmentation and endpoint protection solutions should be configured to detect and block suspicious SLDPRT file handling activities. The vulnerability underscores the importance of robust input validation practices and proper memory management in software development, particularly for applications handling complex file formats and external data inputs. System administrators should also consider implementing automated vulnerability scanning to identify potentially affected systems and ensure timely patch deployment across all AutoCAD installations within their environments.