CVE-2021-45720
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.18%
Last modified
CVE-2021-45720 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An issue was discovered in the lru crate before 0.7.1 for Rust. The iterators have a use-after-free, as demonstrated by an access after a pop operation.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in the lru crate before 0.7.1 for Rust. The iterators have a use-after-free, as demonstrated by an access after a pop operation.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lru Project | Lru | < 0.7.1 |
References
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2021-0130.htmlExploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://rustsec.org/advisories/RUSTSEC-2021-0130.htmlExploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-45720?
An issue was discovered in the lru crate before 0.7.1 for Rust. The iterators have a use-after-free, as demonstrated by an access after a pop operation.
How severe is CVE-2021-45720?
CVE-2021-45720 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45720?
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-2021-45720?
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