CVE-2021-46700: Double Free
First published: Sat Feb 19 2022(Updated: )
In libsixel 1.8.6, sixel_encoder_output_without_macro (called from sixel_encoder_encode_frame in encoder.c) has a double free.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libsixel | =1.8.6 |
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What is the vulnerability ID for this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this vulnerability is CVE-2021-46700.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-46700?
The severity of CVE-2021-46700 is medium (6.5).
What is the affected software version?
The affected software version is libsixel 1.8.6.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability is CWE-415.
How can I fix CVE-2021-46700?
To fix CVE-2021-46700, you should update to a version of libsixel that is not affected by the vulnerability.
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