CVE-2021-41959
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.12%
Last modified
CVE-2021-41959 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. JerryScript Git version 14ff5bf does not sufficiently track and release allocated memory via jerry-core/ecma/operations/ecma-regexp-object.c after RegExp, which causes a memory leak.. EPSS estimates a 1.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
JerryScript Git version 14ff5bf does not sufficiently track and release allocated memory via jerry-core/ecma/operations/ecma-regexp-object.c after RegExp, which causes a memory leak.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jerryscript | Jerryscript | All versions |
References
- https://github.com/jerryscript-project/jerryscript/issues/4781Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jerryscript-project/jerryscript/pull/4787Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jerryscript-project/jerryscript/issues/4781Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/jerryscript-project/jerryscript/pull/4787Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-41959?
JerryScript Git version 14ff5bf does not sufficiently track and release allocated memory via jerry-core/ecma/operations/ecma-regexp-object.c after RegExp, which causes a memory leak.
How severe is CVE-2021-41959?
CVE-2021-41959 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-41959?
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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