CWE
125 787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-26623: Bandisoft ARK Library Out-of-bound Vulnerability

First published: Fri Apr 01 2022(Updated: )

A remote code execution vulnerability due to incomplete check for 'xheader_decode_path_record' function's parameter length value in the ark library. Remote attackers can induce exploit malicious code using this function.

Credit: vuln@krcert.or.kr

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bandisoft Bandizip<7.19
Microsoft Windows

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-26623?

    CVE-2021-26623 is a remote code execution vulnerability in the ark library due to an incomplete check for the 'xheader_decode_path_record' function's parameter length value.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-26623?

    The severity of CVE-2021-26623 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.8.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2021-26623?

    Bandisoft Bandizip versions up to and excluding 7.19 are affected by CVE-2021-26623.

  • How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2021-26623?

    Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2021-26623 by inducing exploit malicious code using the 'xheader_decode_path_record' function.

  • Is Microsoft Windows vulnerable to CVE-2021-26623?

    No, Microsoft Windows is not vulnerable to CVE-2021-26623.

  • Is there a patch or fix available for CVE-2021-26623?

    There is currently no information available regarding a patch or fix for CVE-2021-26623.

  • What are the Common Weakness Enumerations (CWEs) associated with CVE-2021-26623?

    CVE-2021-26623 is associated with CWE-125 (Out-of-bounds Read) and CWE-787 (Out-of-bounds Write).

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-26623?

    You can find more information about CVE-2021-26623 at https://www.krcert.or.kr/krcert/secNoticeView.do?bulletin_writing_sequence=66595

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