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CRITICAL · 9.8

CVE-2021-21821

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the PDF process_fontname functionality of Accusoft ImageGear 19.9. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to code execution. An attacker can ...

Vulnerability Description

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the PDF process_fontname functionality of Accusoft ImageGear 19.9. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

CVSS Score

9.8

CRITICAL

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

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
AccusoftImagegear19.9

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-121CWE-787

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-21821?

CVE-2021-21821 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the PDF process_fontname functionality of Accusoft ImageGear 19.9. A specially crafted malformed file can lead to code execution. An attacker can ...

How severe is CVE-2021-21821?

CVE-2021-21821 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-21821?

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