CVE-2021-38714
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 2.92%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38714 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. In Plib through 1.85, there is an integer overflow vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability is found in ssgLoadTGA() function in src/ssg/ssgLoadTGA.cxx file.. EPSS estimates a 2.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Plib through 1.85, there is an integer overflow vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability is found in ssgLoadTGA() function in src/ssg/ssgLoadTGA.cxx file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Plib Project | Plib | <= 1.8.5 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Extra Packages For Enterprise Linux | 7.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 34 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 35 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 36 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 37 |
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/plib/bugs/55/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/10/msg00000.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/plib/bugs/55/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38714?
In Plib through 1.85, there is an integer overflow vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability is found in ssgLoadTGA() function in src/ssg/ssgLoadTGA.cxx file.
How severe is CVE-2021-38714?
CVE-2021-38714 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38714?
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.
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