CVE-2021-41036: Critical severity eclipse paho mqtt c/c++ client vulnerability
Published Nov 2, 2021
·Updated
In versions prior to 1.1 of the Eclipse Paho MQTT C Client, the client does not check remlen size in readpacket.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Eclipse Paho Mqtt C\/c\+\+ Client<1.1.0
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Nov 2, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:15 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2021-41036?
CVE-2021-41036 is a vulnerability in the Eclipse Paho MQTT C Client where the client does not check rem_len size in readpacket.
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What is the severity of CVE-2021-41036?
CVE-2021-41036 has a severity level of critical with a score of 9.8.
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How does CVE-2021-41036 affect Eclipse Paho MQTT C Client?
CVE-2021-41036 affects versions prior to 1.1 of the Eclipse Paho MQTT C Client.
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How can I fix CVE-2021-41036?
To fix CVE-2021-41036, update the Eclipse Paho MQTT C Client to version 1.1.0 or later.
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Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-41036?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-41036 at the following link: [https://github.com/eclipse/paho.mqtt.embedded-c/issues/96](https://github.com/eclipse/paho.mqtt.embedded-c/issues/96).