CVE-2019-9771: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Mar 14 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in GNU LibreDWG 0.7 and 0.7.1645. There is a NULL pointer dereference in the function bit_convert_TU at bits.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU LibreDWG | =0.7 | |
| GNU LibreDWG | =0.7.1645 | |
| openSUSE Backports | =15.0-sp1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =15.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-9771?
CVE-2019-9771 has been classified as high severity due to the potential for exploitation through a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2019-9771?
To fix CVE-2019-9771, update GNU LibreDWG to version 0.7.1650 or later.
Which versions of GNU LibreDWG are affected by CVE-2019-9771?
CVE-2019-9771 affects GNU LibreDWG versions 0.7 and 0.7.1645.
Is CVE-2019-9771 present in openSUSE?
Yes, CVE-2019-9771 is present in openSUSE Backports for version 15.0-sp1 and in openSUSE Leap version 15.1.
What types of attacks could exploit CVE-2019-9771?
Exploiting CVE-2019-9771 could lead to application crashes or potential execution of arbitrary code.
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