CVE-2021-3756: Heap-based Buffer Overflow in hoene/libmysofa

Published Oct 29, 2021
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Updated

libmysofa is vulnerable to Heap-based Buffer Overflow

Affected Software

3 affected components
Symonics libmysofa<1.2.1
Fedoraproject Fedora=34
Fedoraproject Fedora=35

Event History

Oct 29, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-3756?

CVE-2021-3756 is a vulnerability in libmysofa that allows for a Heap-based Buffer Overflow.

2

How severe is CVE-2021-3756?

CVE-2021-3756 has a severity score of 9.8, which is considered critical.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2021-3756?

Versions up to and excluding 1.2.1 of Symonics libmysofa, Fedora 34, and Fedora 35 are affected by CVE-2021-3756.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-3756?

To fix CVE-2021-3756, update to a patched version of Symonics libmysofa or upgrade to a newer version of Fedora.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-3756?

You can find more information about CVE-2021-3756 at the following references: [link1](https://github.com/hoene/libmysofa/commit/890400ebd092c574707d0c132124f8ff047e20e1), [link2](https://huntr.dev/bounties/7ca8d9ea-e2a6-4294-af28-70260bb53bc1), [link3](https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/PGQ45S4RH7MC42NHTAGOIHYR4C5IRTMZ/)

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