CWE
770
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2021-44590

First published: Thu Jan 06 2022(Updated: )

In libming 0.4.8, a memory exhaustion vulnerability exist in the function cws2fws in util/main.c. Remote attackers could launch denial of service attacks by submitting a crafted SWF file that exploits this vulnerability.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Libming Libming=0.4.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is CVE-2021-44590?

    CVE-2021-44590 is a memory exhaustion vulnerability in libming 0.4.8.

  • How does CVE-2021-44590 affect libming?

    CVE-2021-44590 affects libming 0.4.8, allowing remote attackers to launch denial of service attacks.

  • How can an attacker exploit CVE-2021-44590?

    An attacker can exploit CVE-2021-44590 by submitting a crafted SWF file.

  • What is the severity of CVE-2021-44590?

    CVE-2021-44590 has a severity rating of 6.5 (medium).

  • Is there a fix for CVE-2021-44590?

    At the moment, no specific fix is provided for CVE-2021-44590. It is recommended to follow the official libming repository for any updates or patches.

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