CVE-2021-29112
CVE-2021-29112 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Esri Arcreader with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. 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-125.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (25th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-125
- Affected product: Esri Arcreader
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists when parsing a specially crafted file in Esri ArcReader 10.8.1 (and earlier) which allow an unauthenticated attacker to induce an information disclosure issue in the context of the current user.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-29112?
- An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists when parsing a specially crafted file in Esri ArcReader 10.8.1 (and earlier) which allow an unauthenticated attacker to induce an information disclosure issue in the context of the current user.
- How severe is CVE-2021-29112?
- CVE-2021-29112 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2021-29112 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (25th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-29112?
- CVE-2021-29112 affects Esri Arcreader. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-29112?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2021-29112 published?
- CVE-2021-29112 was published on 2022-08-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:esri:arcreader:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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