CVE-2021-27548: Null Pointer Dereference

Published May 18, 2022
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Updated

There is a Null Pointer Dereference vulnerability in the XFAScanner::scanNode() function in XFAScanner.cc in xpdf 4.03.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Xpdfreader Xpdf=4.03

Event History

May 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:37 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:37 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?

The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-27548.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-27548?

The severity of CVE-2021-27548 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2021-27548?

The affected software for CVE-2021-27548 is Xpdfreader Xpdf version 4.03.

4

What is the cause of the vulnerability?

The cause of the vulnerability is a Null Pointer Dereference in the XFAScanner::scanNode() function in XFAScanner.cc.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-27548?

Yes, a fix is available. Please refer to the official reference link for more information.

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