CVE-2021-42702
CVE-2021-42702 is a low-severity vulnerability in Inkscape with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3. 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-824.
Key facts
- Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.3)
- CVSS v2: 4.3
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (53rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-824
- Affected product: Inkscape
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Inkscape version 0.91 can access an uninitialized pointer, which may allow an attacker to have access to unauthorized information.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-42702?
- Inkscape version 0.91 can access an uninitialized pointer, which may allow an attacker to have access to unauthorized information.
- How severe is CVE-2021-42702?
- CVE-2021-42702 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.3, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2021-42702 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-42702?
- CVE-2021-42702 affects Inkscape. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-42702?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2021-42702 published?
- CVE-2021-42702 was published on 2022-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-132-03
- https://www.integraxor.com/scada-animation-graphic-editor-extension-inkscape/
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:inkscape:inkscape:0.91:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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