CVE-2021-30481: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 10, 2021
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Updated

Valve Steam before 2021-04-17, when a Source engine game is installed, allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code because of a buffer overflow that occurs for a Steam invite after one click.

Other sources

Valve Steam through 2021-04-10, when a Source engine game is installed, allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code because of a buffer overflow that occurs for a Steam invite after one click.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Valvesoftware Steam Client<=2021-04-10

Event History

Apr 10, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:31 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:31 PM
DescriptionSeverity
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?

The vulnerability ID for this issue is CVE-2021-30481.

2

What is the severity level of CVE-2021-30481?

CVE-2021-30481 is classified as critical with a severity value of 9.

3

How does CVE-2021-30481 occur?

CVE-2021-30481 occurs due to a buffer overflow that happens for a Steam invite after one click when a Source engine game is installed on Valve Steam through 2021-04-10.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2021-30481?

Remote authenticated users can exploit CVE-2021-30481.

5

Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-30481?

At the moment, there is no specific fix available for CVE-2021-30481. It is recommended to keep the software up-to-date and apply patches as soon as they become available.

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