CVE-2020-21834: Null Pointer Dereference

Published May 17, 2021
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Updated

A null pointer deference issue exists in GNU LibreDWG 0.10 via getbmp ../../programs/dwgbmp.c:164.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GNU LibreDWG=0.10

Event History

May 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:25 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:25 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21834?

The severity of CVE-2020-21834 is medium with a severity value of 6.5.

2

How does the null pointer deference issue in GNU LibreDWG 0.10 affect software?

The null pointer deference issue in GNU LibreDWG 0.10 affects the software by causing a null pointer to be accessed, resulting in a potential crash or unexpected behavior.

3

What is the affected version of GNU LibreDWG in CVE-2020-21834?

The affected version of GNU LibreDWG in CVE-2020-21834 is version 0.10.

4

How can I fix the null pointer deference issue in GNU LibreDWG 0.10?

To fix the null pointer deference issue in GNU LibreDWG 0.10, it is recommended to update to a patched version of the software when available or apply any relevant security patches or fixes provided by the vendor.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21834?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-21834 on the GNU website and the GitHub page for LibreDWG.

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