CVE-2021-36489: Buffer Overflow
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Allegro through 5.2.6 allows attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted PCX/TGA/BMP files to allegroimage addon.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-36489?
CVE-2021-36489 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in Allegro through version 5.2.6.
How does CVE-2021-36489 affect Allegro?
CVE-2021-36489 allows attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting the vulnerability in the allegro_image addon when processing crafted PCX/TGA/BMP files.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-36489?
CVE-2021-36489 has a severity keyword of 'medium' and a severity value of 6.5 out of 10.
How can I fix CVE-2021-36489?
To mitigate CVE-2021-36489, users should update Liballeg Allegro to version 5.2.7 or later, as this vulnerability has been addressed in version 5.2.7.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-36489?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-36489 on the GitHub issue page at: [https://github.com/liballeg/allegro5/issues/1251](https://github.com/liballeg/allegro5/issues/1251)