CVE-2021-44048
First published: Sun Dec 05 2021(Updated: )
An out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists when reading a TIF file using Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer before 2022.11. The specific issue exists after loading TIF files. Crafted data in a TIF file can trigger a write operation past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opendesign Drawings Explorer | <2022.11 | |
| <2022.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this out-of-bounds write vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this out-of-bounds write vulnerability is CVE-2021-44048.
What is the affected software in this vulnerability?
The affected software in this vulnerability is Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer before version 2022.11.
What is the severity rating of CVE-2021-44048?
The severity rating of CVE-2021-44048 is 7.8 (high).
How does this vulnerability occur?
This vulnerability occurs when reading a TIF file using Open Design Alliance (ODA) Drawings Explorer before version 2022.11.
How can an attacker exploit this vulnerability?
An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by crafting malicious data in a TIF file that triggers a write operation beyond the allocated buffer.
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