How severe is CVE-2021-41536?

CVE-2021-41536 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2021-41536 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2021-41536?

CVE-2021-41536 primarily affects Siemens Solid Edge. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2021-41536?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2021-41536 published?

CVE-2021-41536 was published on 2021-09-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2021-41536

CVE-2021-41536 is a high-severity vulnerability in Siemens Solid Edge with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-416.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v2: 6.8
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (62nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-416
Affected product: Siemens Solid Edge
Published: 2021-09-28
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

A vulnerability has been identified in Solid Edge SE2021 (All versions < SE2021MP8). The affected application contains a use-after-free vulnerability while parsing OBJ files. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process (ZDI-CAN-13778).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-41536?: A vulnerability has been identified in Solid Edge SE2021 (All versions < SE2021MP8). The affected application contains a use-after-free vulnerability while parsing OBJ files. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process (ZDI-CAN-13778).
How severe is CVE-2021-41536?: CVE-2021-41536 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2021-41536 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (62nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2021-41536?: CVE-2021-41536 primarily affects Siemens Solid Edge. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41536?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2021-41536 published?: CVE-2021-41536 was published on 2021-09-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (9)

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