CVE-2020-21531
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.02%
Last modified
CVE-2020-21531 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. fig2dev 3.2.7b contains a global buffer overflow in the conv_pattern_index function in gencgm.c.. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
fig2dev 3.2.7b contains a global buffer overflow in the conv_pattern_index function in gencgm.c.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfig Project | Fig2dev | 3.2.7 | B |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 | — |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 | — |
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/01/msg00044.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/63/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00002.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/01/msg00044.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mcj/tickets/63/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-21531?
fig2dev 3.2.7b contains a global buffer overflow in the conv_pattern_index function in gencgm.c.
How severe is CVE-2020-21531?
CVE-2020-21531 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-21531?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2020-21531?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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