CVE-2021-39579
First published: Mon Sep 20 2021(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in swftools through 20200710. A heap-buffer-overflow exists in the function string_hash() located in q.c. It allows an attacker to cause code Execution.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SWFTools | <=2020-07-10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-39579?
CVE-2021-39579 has a high severity rating due to its potential for causing code execution through a heap-buffer-overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2021-39579?
To fix CVE-2021-39579, upgrade to a version of SWFTools released after 2020-07-10.
What software is affected by CVE-2021-39579?
CVE-2021-39579 affects SWFTools versions up to and including 2020-07-10.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2021-39579?
CVE-2021-39579 is a heap-buffer-overflow vulnerability.
What can an attacker do with CVE-2021-39579?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-39579 to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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