CVE-2021-3933: Integer Overflow

Published Nov 3, 2021
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in openexr where an Integer-overflow was found in Imf31::bytesPerDeepLineTable.

References: https://bugs.chromium.org/p/oss-fuzz/issues/detail?id=38912

Other sources

An integer overflow could occur when OpenEXR processes a crafted file on systems where sizet < 64 bits. This could cause an invalid bytesPerLine and maxBytesPerLine value, which could lead to problems with application stability or lead to other attack paths.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
debian/openexr<=2.2.1-4.1+deb10u1
2.2.1-4.1+deb10u22.5.4-2+deb11u13.1.5-53.1.5-5.1
redhat/OpenEXR<3.1.2
3.1.2
OpenEXR OpenEXR<3.1.2
Fedoraproject Fedora=36
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Debian Debian Linux=11.0

Event History

Nov 3, 2021
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·10:53 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 25, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionWeakness
Jul 12, 2022
Data Sourced
07:33 PM
SeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2021-3933?

CVE-2021-3933 is a vulnerability that could occur when OpenEXR processes a crafted file on systems where size_t < 64 bits.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3933?

CVE-2021-3933 has a severity rating of medium with a score of 5.5.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2021-3933?

OpenEXR versions 2.2.1-4.1+deb10u2, 2.5.4-2+deb11u1, 3.1.5-5, and 3.1.5-5.1 are affected on Debian. OpenEXR versions up to 3.1.2 are affected on other systems.

4

How can I fix CVE-2021-3933 on Debian?

To fix CVE-2021-3933 on Debian, update the OpenEXR package to version 2.2.1-4.1+deb10u2 or higher.

5

Is Fedora affected by CVE-2021-3933?

Yes, Fedora version 36 is affected by CVE-2021-3933.

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