CVE-2007-2645: Integer Overflow

Published May 14, 2007
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Updated

Integer overflow in the exifdataloaddataentry function in exif-data.c in libexif before 0.6.14 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted EXIF data, involving the (1) doff or (2) s variable.

Affected Software

6 affected components
libexif libexif=0.5
libexif libexif=0.5.12
libexif libexif=0.6.9
libexif libexif=0.6.11
libexif libexif=0.6.12
libexif libexif=0.6.13

Event History

May 14, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-2645?

CVE-2007-2645 has been classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing denial of service and executing arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-2645?

To fix CVE-2007-2645, upgrade to libexif version 0.6.14 or later.

3

What versions of libexif are affected by CVE-2007-2645?

CVE-2007-2645 affects libexif versions 0.5, 0.5.12, 0.6.9, 0.6.11, 0.6.12, and 0.6.13.

4

Can CVE-2007-2645 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2007-2645 can be exploited remotely by attackers using crafted EXIF data.

5

What are the primary effects of CVE-2007-2645?

The primary effects of CVE-2007-2645 include potential denial of service through application crashes and the risk of arbitrary code execution.

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