CVE-2020-21049: Medium severity Libsixel Project Libsixel vulnerability

Published Sep 14, 2021
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Updated

An invalid read in the stbimage.h component of libsixel prior to v1.8.5 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted PSD file.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Libsixel Project Libsixel<1.8.5
saitoha libsixel<1.8.5

Event History

Sep 14, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:09 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2020-21049.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21049?

The severity of CVE-2020-21049 is medium with a CVSS score of 6.5.

3

How can attackers exploit CVE-2020-21049?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2020-21049 by causing a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted PSD file.

4

What is the affected software for CVE-2020-21049?

The affected software for CVE-2020-21049 is libsixel prior to v1.8.5.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-21049?

Yes, the fix for CVE-2020-21049 is available in libsixel version 1.8.5.

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