CVE-2020-21817: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon May 17 2021(Updated: )
A null pointer dereference issue exists in GNU LibreDWG 0.10.2641 via htmlescape ../../programs/escape.c:29. which causes a denial of service (application crash).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU LibreDWG | =0.10.2641 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-21817?
CVE-2020-21817 is a null pointer dereference issue in GNU LibreDWG 0.10.2641, which can cause a denial of service (application crash).
How does CVE-2020-21817 affect GNU LibreDWG?
CVE-2020-21817 affects GNU LibreDWG 0.10.2641, leading to a null pointer dereference issue.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-21817?
CVE-2020-21817 has a severity keyword of 'medium' and a severity value of 6.5.
How can CVE-2020-21817 be exploited?
CVE-2020-21817 can be exploited by an attacker causing a null pointer dereference in GNU LibreDWG 0.10.2641 via htmlescape.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-21817?
At this time, there is no publicly available fix for CVE-2020-21817. It is recommended to update to the latest version of GNU LibreDWG when a fix becomes available.
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