CVE-2021-29464: Heap buffer overflow in Exiv2::Jp2Image::encodeJp2Header
Exiv2 is a command-line utility and C++ library for reading, writing, deleting, and modifying the metadata of image files. A heap buffer overflow was found in Exiv2 versions v0.27.3 and earlier. The heap overflow is triggered when Exiv2 is used to write metadata into a crafted image file. An attacker could potentially exploit the vulnerability to gain code execution, if they can trick the victim into running Exiv2 on a crafted image file. Note that this bug is only triggered when writing the metadata, which is a less frequently used Exiv2 operation than reading the metadata. For example, to trigger the bug in the Exiv2 command-line application, you need to add an extra command-line argument such as insert. The bug is fixed in version v0.27.4.
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-29464?
CVE-2021-29464 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution resulting from a heap buffer overflow in Exiv2.
How do I fix CVE-2021-29464?
To remediate CVE-2021-29464, upgrade Exiv2 to version 0.27.4 or later.
Which versions of Exiv2 are affected by CVE-2021-29464?
Versions of Exiv2 up to and including 0.27.3 are affected by CVE-2021-29464.
Can CVE-2021-29464 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2021-29464 can be exploited remotely if an attacker provides a specially crafted image file.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-29464?
CVE-2021-29464 is classified as a heap buffer overflow vulnerability.