CVE-2021-42704
CVE-2021-42704 is a high-severity vulnerability in Inkscape with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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 7.8)
- CVSS v2: 6.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-787
- Affected product: Inkscape
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Inkscape version 0.91 is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds write, which may allow an attacker to arbitrary execute code.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2021-42704?
- Inkscape version 0.91 is vulnerable to an out-of-bounds write, which may allow an attacker to arbitrary execute code.
- How severe is CVE-2021-42704?
- CVE-2021-42704 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2021-42704 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2021-42704?
- CVE-2021-42704 affects Inkscape. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2021-42704?
- 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-2021-42704 published?
- CVE-2021-42704 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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