CVE-2023-2762

Summary

CVE-2023-2762 is a Use-After-Free vulnerability identified in the SLDPRT file reading procedure of SOLIDWORKS Desktop, affecting versions from 2021 to 2023. This issue poses a significant risk, as an attacker can exploit it to execute arbitrary code when opening a maliciously crafted SLDPRT file, potentially leading to unauthorized system access or data theft. The vulnerability occurs due to the improper handling of memory in the affected software component, allowing an attacker to manipulate memory and run malicious code. Users are strongly advised to update their SOLIDWORKS Desktop software to the latest version to mitigate this risk.

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