CVE-2021-21938

Public Exploit

Description

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Palette box parser functionality of Accusoft ImageGear 19.10. A specially-crafted file can lead to code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Category

9.8
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.80% Top 30%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Accusoft ImageGear
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2021-1367 third party advisory exploit
http://help.accusoft.com/ImageGear/v20.0/Windows/DLL/webframe.html product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-21938?
CVE-2021-21938 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-21938?
To fix CVE-2021-21938, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-21938 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2021-21938 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~1% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-21938?
CVE-2021-21938 affects Accusoft ImageGear.
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