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Advisory Published
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CVE-2005-0524

First published: Sun Apr 03 2005(Updated: )

The php_handle_iff function in image.c for PHP 4.2.2, 4.3.9, 4.3.10 and 5.0.3, as reachable by the getimagesize PHP function, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a -8 size value.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
PHP=4.3.9
PHP=4.2.2
PHP=5.0.3
PHP=4.3.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-0524?

    CVE-2005-0524 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service by leading to an infinite loop.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-0524?

    To fix CVE-2005-0524, you should upgrade your PHP version to one that is not affected, such as a version higher than 5.0.3.

  • Which versions of PHP are affected by CVE-2005-0524?

    CVE-2005-0524 affects PHP versions 4.2.2, 4.3.9, 4.3.10, and 5.0.3.

  • Can CVE-2005-0524 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2005-0524 can be exploited remotely by attackers through the getimagesize PHP function.

  • What are the symptoms of CVE-2005-0524 exploitation?

    Exploitation of CVE-2005-0524 typically results in a denial of service, which can manifest as unresponsive applications or servers.

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