Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeImage Software from FreeImage Project
CVE-2020-21428

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Freeimage Project
Status: Freeimage
Vendor: CVE Published:; 22 August 2023

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What is CVE-2020-21428?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the LoadRGB function of the PluginDDS.cpp file in FreeImage 3.18.0. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system by delivering specially crafted image files. Exploiting this flaw may lead to unauthorized operations and potentially compromise the integrity of the system.