CVE-2021-42260
CVSS v3
7.5
HIGH
EPSS Score
1.1 %
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
TinyXML through 2.6.2 has an infinite loop in TiXmlParsingData::Stamp in tinyxmlparser.cpp via the TIXML_UTF_LEAD_0 case. It can be triggered by a crafted XML message and leads to a denial of service.
Technical details
- Published
- 2021-10-11
Frequently asked questions
What is CVE-2021-42260?
TinyXML through 2.6.2 has an infinite loop in TiXmlParsingData::Stamp in tinyxmlparser.cpp via the TIXML_UTF_LEAD_0 case. It can be triggered by a crafted XML message and leads to a denial of service.
Is CVE-2021-42260 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2021-42260 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 1.1%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2021-42260?
CVE-2021-42260 has a CVSS v3 base score of 7.5 (HIGH severity).
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