critical
9.3
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2009-0733: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Feb 26 2009(Updated: )

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the ReadSetOfCurves function in LittleCMS (aka lcms or liblcms) before 1.18beta2, as used in Firefox 3.1beta, OpenJDK, and GIMP, allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted image file associated with a large integer value for the (1) input or (2) output channel, related to the ReadLUT_A2B and ReadLUT_B2A functions.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
redhat/lcms<0:1.18-0.1.beta1.el5_3.2
0:1.18-0.1.beta1.el5_3.2
redhat/java<1.6.0-openjdk-1:1.6.0.0-0.30.b09.el5
1.6.0-openjdk-1:1.6.0.0-0.30.b09.el5
Mozilla Firefox=3.1-beta1
GIMP
sun OpenJDK<=7
LittleCMS<=1.17
GIMP<2.9.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-0733?

    CVE-2009-0733 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-0733?

    Fix CVE-2009-0733 by upgrading to LittleCMS version 1.18beta2 or later, or by applying relevant patches from your software vendor.

  • Which applications are affected by CVE-2009-0733?

    CVE-2009-0733 affects multiple applications including Firefox 3.1beta, GIMP, and versions of OpenJDK before 7.

  • Can CVE-2009-0733 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2009-0733 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted image files.

  • Is CVE-2009-0733 still a risk for current systems?

    CVE-2009-0733 is less of a risk for current systems that have been updated to exclude the vulnerable versions, but it is important to remain vigilant.

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