Vulnerability Description
There is a heap overflow problem in video/SDL_pixels.c in SDL (Simple DirectMedia Layer) 2.x to 2.0.18 versions. By crafting a malicious .BMP file, an attacker can cause the application using this library to crash, denial of service or Code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libsdl | Simple Directmedia Layer | >= 2.0.0, <= 2.0.18 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/libsdl-org/SDL/commit/8c91cf7dba5193f5ce12d06db1336515851c9eePatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/02/msg00008.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-17
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-18
- https://github.com/libsdl-org/SDL/commit/8c91cf7dba5193f5ce12d06db1336515851c9eePatchThird Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/02/msg00008.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-17
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-18
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-33657?
CVE-2021-33657 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). There is a heap overflow problem in video/SDL_pixels.c in SDL (Simple DirectMedia Layer) 2.x to 2.0.18 versions. By crafting a malicious .BMP file, an attacker can cause the application using this lib...
How severe is CVE-2021-33657?
CVE-2021-33657 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2021-33657?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libsdl Simple Directmedia Layer.