Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in LibreCAD Affects Remote Code Execution
CVE-2021-45342

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Librecad
Status: Librecad
Vendor: CVE Published:; 25 January 2022

What is CVE-2021-45342?

A buffer overflow vulnerability present in the CDataList of the jwwlib component within LibreCAD versions up to 2.2.0-rc3 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely. By crafting a malicious JWW document, a potential attacker can exploit this vulnerability, leading to unauthorized code execution within the target system. This issue emphasizes the importance of keeping software updated to mitigate such risks.