CVE-2021-40264: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Tue Aug 22 2023(Updated: )
NULL pointer dereference vulnerability in FreeImage before 1.18.0 via the FreeImage_CloneTag function inFreeImageTag.cpp.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Freeimage Project Freeimage | <1.18.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40264?
CVE-2021-40264 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability in FreeImage before version 1.18.0.
How does CVE-2021-40264 impact FreeImage?
CVE-2021-40264 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (application crash) by exploiting a NULL pointer dereference in the FreeImage_CloneTag function.
Which version of FreeImage is affected by CVE-2021-40264?
FreeImage versions up to (but excluding) 1.18.0 are affected by CVE-2021-40264.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40264?
The severity of CVE-2021-40264 is medium, with a CVSSv3 base score of 6.5.
Is there a fix available for CVE-2021-40264?
Yes, the fix for CVE-2021-40264 is to update to FreeImage version 1.18.0 or later.
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