CVE-2020-18771: High severity exiv2 vulnerability

Published Aug 23, 2021
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Updated

Exiv2 0.27.99.0 has a global buffer over-read in Exiv2::Internal::Nikon1MakerNote::print0x0088 in nikonmnint.cpp which can result in an information leak.

Affected Software

2 affected components
exiv2 exiv2=0.27.99.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0

Event History

Aug 23, 2021
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-18771?

CVE-2020-18771 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to an information leak through a global buffer over-read.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-18771?

To fix CVE-2020-18771, upgrade Exiv2 to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which versions of Exiv2 are affected by CVE-2020-18771?

CVE-2020-18771 specifically affects Exiv2 version 0.27.99.0.

4

Is CVE-2020-18771 present in Debian 10.0?

Yes, CVE-2020-18771 can affect Debian 10.0 due to the inclusion of the vulnerable Exiv2 version.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-18771?

CVE-2020-18771 is classified as a global buffer over-read vulnerability.

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