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HIGH

CVE-2021-3403

CVSS v3

7.8

HIGH

EPSS Score

1.8 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

—

SSVC status

Description

In ytnef 1.9.3, the TNEFSubjectHandler function in lib/ytnef.c allows remote attackers to cause a denial-of-service (and potentially code execution) due to a double free which can be triggered via a crafted file.

Technical details

Published
2021-03-04

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2021-3403?

In ytnef 1.9.3, the TNEFSubjectHandler function in lib/ytnef.c allows remote attackers to cause a denial-of-service (and potentially code execution) due to a double free which can be triggered via a crafted file.

Is CVE-2021-3403 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2021-3403 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 1.8% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-3403?

CVE-2021-3403 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.8 (HIGH severity).

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