CVE-2020-21838: Buffer Overflow
Published May 17, 2021
·Updated
A heap based buffer overflow vulnerability exits in GNU LibreDWG 0.10 via: read2004sectionappinfo ../../src/decode.c:2842.
Affected Software
1 affected component
GNU LibreDWG=0.10
Remediation
Event History
May 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:41 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2020-21838?
CVE-2020-21838 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in GNU LibreDWG 0.10.
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How does CVE-2020-21838 affect GNU LibreDWG?
CVE-2020-21838 affects GNU LibreDWG 0.10.
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How severe is CVE-2020-21838?
CVE-2020-21838 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
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How can I fix CVE-2020-21838?
To fix CVE-2020-21838, update your GNU LibreDWG software to the latest version.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21838?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-21838 on the GNU website, the LibreDWG website, and the GitHub issues page.