Heap-based Buffer Overflow in LibreDWG Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2021-39527

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
Gnu
Status
Libredwg
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 September 2021

Summary

A serious vulnerability has been identified in LibreDWG, specifically in the appinfo_private() function within decode.c. This issue allows for a heap-based buffer overflow, which could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash the application, leading to potential data breaches or system compromises. Users of affected versions should prioritize updating to mitigate any associated risks.

References

https://github.com/LibreDWG/libredwg/issues/252
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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