CVE-2021-26220
CVE-2021-26220 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ezxml Project Ezxml with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-787.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
- CVSS v2: 5.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (64th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Ezxml Project Ezxml
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The ezxml_toxml function in ezxml 0.8.6 and earlier is vulnerable to OOB write when opening XML file after exhausting the memory pool.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-26220?
- The ezxml_toxml function in ezxml 0.8.6 and earlier is vulnerable to OOB write when opening XML file after exhausting the memory pool.
- How severe is CVE-2021-26220?
- CVE-2021-26220 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-26220 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-26220?
- CVE-2021-26220 affects Ezxml Project Ezxml. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-26220?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2021-26220 published?
- CVE-2021-26220 was published on 2021-02-08 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:ezxml_project:ezxml:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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