CVE-2020-21596: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 16, 2021
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Updated

Last updated 24 July 2024

Other sources

libde265 v1.0.4 contains a global buffer overflow in the decodeCABACbit function, which can be exploited via a crafted a file.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
debian/libde265
1.0.11-0+deb11u31.0.11-0+deb11u11.0.11-1+deb12u21.0.15-1
struktur libde265=1.0.4
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Sep 16, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Jul 15, 2022
Data Sourced
10:36 PM
SeverityAffected Software
Jan 30, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·08:52 PM
Description
Sep 14, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·09:27 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-21596?

CVE-2020-21596 is a vulnerability in libde265 v1.0.4 that allows for a global buffer overflow in the decode_CABAC_bit function.

2

How severe is CVE-2020-21596?

CVE-2020-21596 has a severity score of 6.5, which is considered high.

3

How can CVE-2020-21596 be exploited?

CVE-2020-21596 can be exploited by utilizing a crafted file.

4

Which versions of libde265 are affected by CVE-2020-21596?

Versions 1.0.3-1 of libde265 are affected by CVE-2020-21596.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21596?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-21596 on the Debian Security Tracker and the GitHub repository for libde265.

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