CVE-2021-40656
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.00%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40656 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. libsixel before 1.10 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow in libsixel/src/quant.c:867.. EPSS estimates a 1.00% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
libsixel before 1.10 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow in libsixel/src/quant.c:867.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Libsixel | Libsixel | < 1.10.0 |
References
- https://github.com/libsixel/libsixel/issues/25Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libsixel/libsixel/issues/25Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40656?
libsixel before 1.10 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow in libsixel/src/quant.c:867.
How severe is CVE-2021-40656?
CVE-2021-40656 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.00% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40656?
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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