CVE-2024-21523

Description

All versions of the package images are vulnerable to Denial of Service (DoS) due to providing unexpected input types to several different functions. This makes it possible to reach an assert macro, leading to a process crash. **Note:** By providing some specific integer values (like 0) to the size function, it is possible to obtain a Segmentation fault error, leading to the process crash.

Categories

7.5
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.25%
Affected: n/a images
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-21523?
CVE-2024-21523 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-21523?
To fix CVE-2024-21523, 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-2024-21523 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-21523 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-21523?
CVE-2024-21523 affects n/a images.
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