What is the severity of CVE-2020-21724?

CVE-2020-21724 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2020-21724?

To fix CVE-2020-21724, upgrade oggvideotools to a version that contains the patched ExtractorInformation function.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-21724?

CVE-2020-21724 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.

Can CVE-2020-21724 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-21724 can be exploited remotely by opening a crafted ogg file.

What software is affected by CVE-2020-21724?

CVE-2020-21724 affects oggvideotools version 0.9.1.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2020-21724

high

7.8

CWE

787 119

22/8/2023

3/10/2024

CVE-2020-21724: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Aug 22 2023(Updated: )

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in ExtractorInformation function in streamExtractor.cpp in oggvideotools 0.9.1 allows remaote attackers to run arbitrary code via opening of crafted ogg file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Array-tools	=0.9.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21724?
CVE-2020-21724 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-21724?
To fix CVE-2020-21724, upgrade oggvideotools to a version that contains the patched ExtractorInformation function.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-21724?
CVE-2020-21724 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2020-21724 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-21724 can be exploited remotely by opening a crafted ogg file.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-21724?
CVE-2020-21724 affects oggvideotools version 0.9.1.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21724?
CVE-2020-21724 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2020-21724?
To fix CVE-2020-21724, upgrade oggvideotools to a version that contains the patched ExtractorInformation function.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-21724?
CVE-2020-21724 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2020-21724 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2020-21724 can be exploited remotely by opening a crafted ogg file.
What software is affected by CVE-2020-21724?
CVE-2020-21724 affects oggvideotools version 0.9.1.