CVE-2021-46822: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat Jun 18 2022(Updated: )
Last updated 24 July 2024
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libjpeg-turbo Libjpeg-turbo | >1.5.3<=2.0.90 | |
| debian/libjpeg-turbo | <=1:2.0.6-4 | 1:2.1.5-2 1:2.1.5-3 |
Remedy
https://github.com/libjpeg-turbo/libjpeg-turbo/commit/f35fd27ec641c42d6b115bfa595e483ec58188d2
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Reference Links
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/221567
- https://github.com/libjpeg-turbo/libjpeg-turbo/commit/f35fd27ec641c42d6b115bfa595e483ec58188d2
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2021-46822
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2021-46822
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2021-46822
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-46822
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2021-46822
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2021-46822?
The severity of CVE-2021-46822 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.
What software is affected by CVE-2021-46822?
The libjpeg-turbo package on Debian, Ubuntu, and the Libjpeg-turbo library are affected.
How does CVE-2021-46822 impact the affected software?
CVE-2021-46822 can cause a heap-based buffer overflow in the PPM reader of libjpeg-turbo, potentially leading to unauthorized access or code execution.
Is there a fix for CVE-2021-46822?
Yes, updates have been released to address the vulnerability. Please refer to the respective vendor's advisories for the updated versions.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-46822?
More information about CVE-2021-46822 can be found on the IBM X-Force Exchange, libjpeg-turbo GitHub repository, and the Launchpad bug report.
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