CVE-2020-21678: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 10, 2021
·Updated
A global buffer overflow in the genmpwritefontmacrolatex component in genmp.c of fig2dev 3.2.7b allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via converting a xfig file into mp format.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Fig2dev Project Fig2dev=3.2.7b
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Aug 10, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:19 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:19 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-21678?
CVE-2020-21678 is a global buffer overflow vulnerability in the genmp_writefontmacro_latex component of fig2dev 3.2.7b.
2
How does CVE-2020-21678 affect fig2dev?
CVE-2020-21678 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) by converting a xfig file into mp format.
3
What is the severity score of CVE-2020-21678?
CVE-2020-21678 has a severity score of 5.5, which is considered medium.
4
How can I fix CVE-2020-21678?
To fix CVE-2020-21678, you should update fig2dev to version 3.2.7c or later.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21678?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-21678 at the following link: [https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/71/](https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/71/)