Vulnerability Description
A heap overflow vulnerability in FreeImage 1.18.0 via the ofLoad function in PluginTIFF.cpp.
CVSS Score
8.8
HIGH
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freeimage Project | Freeimage | 1.18.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://sourceforge.net/p/freeimage/bugs/336/ExploitIssue Tracking
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedorapro
- https://sourceforge.net/p/freeimage/bugs/336/ExploitIssue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2021-40263?
CVE-2021-40263 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). A heap overflow vulnerability in FreeImage 1.18.0 via the ofLoad function in PluginTIFF.cpp.
How severe is CVE-2021-40263?
CVE-2021-40263 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-2021-40263?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freeimage Project Freeimage.