CVE-2020-21533: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 16, 2021
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Updated

fig2dev 3.2.7b contains a stack buffer overflow in the readtextobject function in read.c.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Xfig Project Fig2dev=3.2.7-b
Debian Debian Linux=9.0

Event History

Sep 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:27 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:27 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-21533?

CVE-2020-21533 is a vulnerability in fig2dev 3.2.7b where a stack buffer overflow occurs in the read_textobject function in read.c.

2

What software is affected by CVE-2020-21533?

fig2dev 3.2.7b and Debian Linux version 9.0 are affected by CVE-2020-21533.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21533?

CVE-2020-21533 is considered a medium severity vulnerability with a severity value of 5.5.

4

How can I fix CVE-2020-21533?

To fix CVE-2020-21533, it is recommended to update fig2dev to a version that includes the patch for the vulnerability.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21533?

More information about CVE-2020-21533 can be found in the Debian LTS announcement and the SourceForge ticket.

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