CVE-2020-21528
First published: Tue Aug 22 2023(Updated: )
A Segmentation Fault issue discovered in in ieee_segment function in outieee.c in nasm 2.14.03 and 2.15 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted assembly file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Nasm Netwide Assembler | =2.14.03-rc2 | |
| Nasm Netwide Assembler | =2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-21528?
CVE-2020-21528 refers to a Segmentation Fault issue discovered in the ieee_segment function in outieee.c in nasm 2.14.03 and 2.15.
How does CVE-2020-21528 affect Nasm Netwide Assembler?
CVE-2020-21528 affects Nasm Netwide Assembler versions 2.14.03-rc2 and 2.15.
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2020-21528?
Remote attackers can cause a denial of service by exploiting CVE-2020-21528 with a crafted assembly file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-21528?
CVE-2020-21528 has a severity rating of 5.5, which is considered medium.
Is there any additional information about CVE-2020-21528?
Yes, you can find more information about CVE-2020-21528 at the following link: [https://bugzilla.nasm.us/show_bug.cgi?id=3392637](https://bugzilla.nasm.us/show_bug.cgi?id=3392637)
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