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MEDIUM · 5.5

CVE-2020-21678

A global buffer overflow in the genmp_writefontmacro_latex component in genmp.c of fig2dev 3.2.7b allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via converting a xfig file into mp format.

Vulnerability Description

A global buffer overflow in the genmp_writefontmacro_latex component in genmp.c of fig2dev 3.2.7b allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via converting a xfig file into mp format.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Fig2Dev ProjectFig2Dev3.2.7b

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-120

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2020-21678?

CVE-2020-21678 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). A global buffer overflow in the genmp_writefontmacro_latex component in genmp.c of fig2dev 3.2.7b allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DOS) via converting a xfig file into mp format.

How severe is CVE-2020-21678?

CVE-2020-21678 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2020-21678?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Fig2Dev Project Fig2Dev.