CVE-2020-21597: Buffer Overflow
Published Sep 16, 2021
·Updated
Last updated 24 July 2024
Other sources
libde265 v1.0.4 contains a heap buffer overflow in the mcchroma 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
Jan 30, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·08:52 PM
Description
Sep 14, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·09:27 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-21597?
CVE-2020-21597 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability found in libde265 v1.0.4.
2
How can CVE-2020-21597 be exploited?
CVE-2020-21597 can be exploited by using a crafted file.
3
What is the severity of CVE-2020-21597?
The severity of CVE-2020-21597 is classified as medium with a severity value of 6.5.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-21597?
Versions 1.0.3-1 of libde265 and 1.0.4 of Struktur Libde265 are affected by CVE-2020-21597.
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How can I fix CVE-2020-21597?
To fix CVE-2020-21597, update to one of the following versions: 1.0.11-0+deb10u4, 1.0.11-0+deb11u1, 1.0.11-1, or 1.0.12-2.