CVE-2020-21840: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon May 17 2021(Updated: )
A heap based buffer overflow vulnerability exits in GNU LibreDWG 0.10 via bit_search_sentinel ../../src/bits.c:1985.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNU LibreDWG | =0.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-21840?
CVE-2020-21840 is a heap based buffer overflow vulnerability in GNU LibreDWG 0.10.
How severe is CVE-2020-21840?
CVE-2020-21840 has a severity value of 8.8 (high).
What software version is affected by CVE-2020-21840?
GNU LibreDWG 0.10 is affected by CVE-2020-21840.
How can CVE-2020-21840 be exploited?
CVE-2020-21840 can be exploited through a heap based buffer overflow in the bit_search_sentinel function.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21840?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-21840 on the following references: [http://gnu.com](http://gnu.com), [http://libredwg.com](http://libredwg.com), [https://github.com/LibreDWG/libredwg/issues/188#issuecomment-574493513](https://github.com/LibreDWG/libredwg/issues/188#issuecomment-574493513)
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