7.8
CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-42195

First published: Tue May 31 2022(Updated: )

An issue was discovered in swftools through 20201222. A heap-buffer-overflow exists in the function handleEditText() located in swfdump.c. It allows an attacker to cause code Execution.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SWFTools<=2020-12-22

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-42195?

    CVE-2021-42195 is classified as critical due to the potential for code execution via a heap buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2021-42195?

    To fix CVE-2021-42195, update SWFTools to a version newer than 2020-12-22 where the vulnerability has been resolved.

  • What impact does CVE-2021-42195 have on my system?

    CVE-2021-42195 can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, compromising its integrity.

  • Which versions of SWFTools are affected by CVE-2021-42195?

    SWFTools versions up to and including 2020-12-22 are affected by CVE-2021-42195.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-42195?

    Additional information regarding CVE-2021-42195 can be found in publicly available repositories and security discussions related to SWFTools.

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