LOW
CVE-2021-42702
CWE-824Published: May 18, 2022· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
3.3
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
Inkscape version 0.91 can access an uninitialized pointer, which may allow an attacker to have access to unauthorized information.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2021-42702 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionRequired
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityLow
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
Affected Vendors & Products
inkscape1 product(s)
inkscape
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (4)
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https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-132-03Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://www.integraxor.com/scada-animation-graphic-editor-extension-inkscape/Exploit · Third Party Advisory
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https://www.cisa.gov/uscert/ics/advisories/icsa-22-132-03Third Party Advisory · US Government Resource
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https://www.integraxor.com/scada-animation-graphic-editor-extension-inkscape/Exploit · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2021-42702
CVSS Score3.3 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-824
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedMay 18, 2022
Related CVEs (CWE-824)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2021-42702 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWATCH.COM. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.