CWE
787 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-2356: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Apr 30 2007(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the set_color_table function in sunras.c in the SUNRAS plugin in Gimp 2.2.14 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RAS file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
GIMP=2.2.14

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-2356?

    CVE-2007-2356 is classified as high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-2356?

    To fix CVE-2007-2356, upgrade to a patched version of GIMP that mitigates the buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • What does CVE-2007-2356 affect?

    CVE-2007-2356 affects GIMP version 2.2.14 due to a vulnerability in the SUNRAS plugin.

  • What is the attack vector for CVE-2007-2356?

    The attack vector for CVE-2007-2356 involves user-assisted exploitation by opening a crafted RAS file.

  • Can CVE-2007-2356 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2007-2356 can be exploited remotely if the user opens a malicious file, making it user-assisted.

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