Vulnerability Description
models/metadata.py in the pikepdf package 1.3.0 through 2.9.2 for Python allows XXE when parsing XMP metadata entries.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pikepdf Project | Pikepdf | >= 1.3.0, <= 2.9.2 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 32 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/pikepdf/pikepdf/blob/v2.10.0/docs/release_notes.rst#v2100Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/pikepdf/pikepdf/commit/3f38f73218e5e782fe411ccbb3b44a793c0b34PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://github.com/pikepdf/pikepdf/blob/v2.10.0/docs/release_notes.rst#v2100Release NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/pikepdf/pikepdf/commit/3f38f73218e5e782fe411ccbb3b44a793c0b34PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-29421?
CVE-2021-29421 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). models/metadata.py in the pikepdf package 1.3.0 through 2.9.2 for Python allows XXE when parsing XMP metadata entries.
How severe is CVE-2021-29421?
CVE-2021-29421 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-29421?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pikepdf Project Pikepdf, Fedoraproject Fedora.