CVE-2021-37616: Null pointer dereference in Exiv2::Internal::resolveLens0x8ff
Exiv2 is a command-line utility and C++ library for reading, writing, deleting, and modifying the metadata of image files. A null pointer dereference was found in Exiv2 versions v0.27.4 and earlier. The null pointer dereference is triggered when Exiv2 is used to print the metadata of a crafted image file. An attacker could potentially exploit the vulnerability to cause a denial of service, if they can trick the victim into running Exiv2 on a crafted image file. Note that this bug is only triggered when printing the interpreted (translated) data, which is a less frequently used Exiv2 operation that requires an extra command line option (-p t or -P t). The bug is fixed in version v0.27.5.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Exiv2to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in v0.27.5 - Configuration
Avoid triggering the bug by not using Exiv2's translated-data printing mode (the operation requiring the extra command line option `-p t` or `-P t`) when handling untrusted/crafted image files.
Exiv2 metadata interpreted/translated printing option = do not use -p t or -P t
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-37616?
CVE-2021-37616 is a vulnerability in Exiv2, a command-line utility and C++ library for reading, writing, deleting, and modifying the metadata of image files.
How severe is CVE-2021-37616?
CVE-2021-37616 has a severity score of 5.5, indicating a medium level of severity.
What is the impacted software for CVE-2021-37616?
Exiv2 versions up to and including v0.27.4 are impacted by CVE-2021-37616. Fedora versions 33 and 34 are also impacted.
How can I fix CVE-2021-37616?
Update Exiv2 to a version later than v0.27.4, or update Fedora to a version later than 34.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) for CVE-2021-37616?
CVE-2021-37616 is associated with CWE-476, which is a vulnerability that occurs due to improper NULL termination.