CVE-2020-21428: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 22, 2023
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Updated

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in function LoadRGB in PluginDDS.cpp in FreeImage 3.18.0 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code and cause other impacts via crafted image file.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/freeimage
3.18.0+ds2-6+deb11u13.18.0+ds2-9+deb12u13.18.0+ds2-10
Freeimage Project Freeimage=3.18.0

Event History

Aug 22, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Jan 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·04:07 PM
Description
Sep 13, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·11:28 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-21428?

CVE-2020-21428 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the function LoadRGB in PluginDDS.cpp in FreeImage 3.18.0.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21428?

CVE-2020-21428 has a severity of 7.8 (high).

3

How does CVE-2020-21428 affect FreeImage?

CVE-2020-21428 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code and cause other impacts via a crafted image file.

4

What is the CWE ID of CVE-2020-21428?

CVE-2020-21428 has CWE IDs 119 and 120.

5

Are there any patches available for CVE-2020-21428?

Yes, patches are available to fix CVE-2020-21428. Please refer to the referenced links for more information.

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