CVE-2021-37529: Double Free

Published Jan 12, 2022
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Updated

A double-free vulnerability exists in fig2dev through 3.28a is affected by: via the freestream function in readpics.c, which could cause a denial of service (context-dependent).

Affected Software

4 affected components
Fig2dev Project Fig2dev<=3.2.8a
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Jan 12, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:12 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:12 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-37529?

The severity of CVE-2021-37529 is medium with a severity value of 5.5.

3

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.

4

How does CVE-2021-37529 impact the affected software?

CVE-2021-37529 could cause a denial of service (context-dependent).

5

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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