CVE-2021-40212 Memory corruption in n/a
An out-of-bounds write in PotPlayer allows attackers to execute code, disclose information, or cause denial of service.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2021-40212?
CVE-2021-40212 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 15 Jun 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability in PotPlayer 1.7.21523 build 210729 may lead to code execution, information disclosure, and denial of service.
Weakness: CWE-787
Which versions are affected by CVE-2021-40212?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Daum Potplayer.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40212?
No fix has been published for CVE-2021-40212 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2021-40212 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2021-40212 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-vqxx-xvgv-6cxp.