CVE-2021-21830: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Aug 13 2021(Updated: )
A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the XML Decompression LabelDict::Load functionality of AT&T Labs’ Xmill 0.7. A specially crafted XMI file can lead to remote code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.
Credit: talos-cna@cisco.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Att Xmill | =0.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-21830?
CVE-2021-21830 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the XML Decompression function of AT&T Labs’ Xmill 0.7.
How severe is CVE-2021-21830?
CVE-2021-21830 has a severity rating of 9.8, which is considered critical.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is AT&T Labs’ Xmill 0.7.
How does CVE-2021-21830 work?
CVE-2021-21830 can be triggered by providing a specially crafted XMI file, which can lead to remote code execution.
Is there a fix for CVE-2021-21830?
There is currently no fix available for CVE-2021-21830.
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