CVE-2021-37529: Double Free
First published: Wed Jan 12 2022(Updated: )
A double-free vulnerability exists in fig2dev through 3.28a is affected by: via the free_stream function in readpics.c, which could cause a denial of service (context-dependent).
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| fig2dev | <=3.2.8a | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =10.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =11.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this double-free vulnerability in fig2dev?
The vulnerability ID for this double-free vulnerability in fig2dev is CVE-2021-37529.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-37529?
The severity of CVE-2021-37529 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-37529?
CVE-2021-37529 affects fig2dev version up to and including 3.28a and Debian Linux versions 9.0, 10.0, and 11.0.
How does CVE-2021-37529 impact the affected software?
CVE-2021-37529 could cause a denial of service (context-dependent).
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-37529?
To fix CVE-2021-37529, it is recommended to update to a patched version of fig2dev or the affected Debian Linux distribution.
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