CVE-2004-0597: Buffer Overflow
Multiple buffer overflows in libpng 1.2.5 and earlier, as used in multiple products, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed PNG images in which (1) the pnghandletRNS function does not properly validate the length of transparency chunk (tRNS) data, or the (2) pnghandlesBIT or (3) pnghandlehIST functions do not perform sufficient bounds checking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0597?
CVE-2004-0597 has a high severity rating due to multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities that can lead to remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0597?
To fix CVE-2004-0597, upgrade libpng to version 1.2.6 or later, which addresses these vulnerabilities.
Which versions of libpng are affected by CVE-2004-0597?
CVE-2004-0597 affects libpng versions 1.2.5 and earlier.
What kind of attacks can be executed via CVE-2004-0597?
CVE-2004-0597 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed PNG images.
Which applications are impacted by CVE-2004-0597?
Applications such as Microsoft MSN Messenger, Windows Media Player, and others using affected versions of libpng are impacted by CVE-2004-0597.