CVE-2007-6523
First published: Mon Dec 24 2007(Updated: )
Algorithmic complexity vulnerability in Opera 9.50 beta and 9.x before 9.25 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted bitmap (BMP) file that triggers a large number of calculations and checks.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | =9.0 | |
| Opera | =9.0-beta1 | |
| Opera | =9.0-beta2 | |
| Opera | =9.01 | |
| Opera | =9.02 | |
| Opera | =9.10 | |
| Opera | =9.12 | |
| Opera | =9.20 | |
| Opera | =9.20-beta1 | |
| Opera | =9.21 | |
| Opera | =9.22 | |
| Opera | =9.23 | |
| Opera | =9.24 | |
| Opera | =9.50-beta1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26721
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3482
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-01/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28314
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4261
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/484605/100/200/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-6523?
CVE-2007-6523 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, allowing attackers to exhaust CPU resources.
How do I fix CVE-2007-6523?
To mitigate CVE-2007-6523, users should upgrade to at least Opera version 9.25 or later.
What versions of Opera are affected by CVE-2007-6523?
CVE-2007-6523 affects Opera versions 9.0 through 9.24, including beta versions of 9.50.
Can CVE-2007-6523 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-6523 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted bitmap file.
What is the impact of CVE-2007-6523 on the user experience?
The impact of CVE-2007-6523 is a significant increase in CPU consumption, potentially leading to a denial of service.
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