CVE-2021-33641: Use After Free

Published Jan 20, 2023
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Updated

When processing files, malloc stores the data of the current line. When processing comments, malloc incorrectly accesses the released memory (use after free).

Affected Software

2 affected components
Openeuler Byacc<1.9.20200330
Openeuler Byacc>=2.0<2.0.20210808

Event History

Jan 20, 2023
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-33641?

CVE-2021-33641 is a vulnerability that occurs when processing files in Openeuler Byacc, allowing for use after free, which can lead to arbitrary code execution or crash the application.

2

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-33641?

Openeuler Byacc versions up to and excluding 1.9.20200330 and Openeuler Byacc versions between 2.0 and 2.0.20210808 are affected by CVE-2021-33641.

3

What is the severity of CVE-2021-33641?

CVE-2021-33641 has a severity rating of 7.8 (High).

4

How does CVE-2021-33641 affect security?

CVE-2021-33641 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or crash the application, posing a significant security risk.

5

Is there a fix for CVE-2021-33641?

Yes, the fix for CVE-2021-33641 can be found in the commit 50225f48c6b53e9d7c936681a06682404cb8ec4d on the Openeuler Byacc GitHub repository.

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