CVE-2009-1570: Integer Overflow
First published: Fri Nov 13 2009(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the ReadImage function in plug-ins/file-bmp/bmp-read.c in GIMP 2.6.7 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a BMP file with crafted width and height values that trigger a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GIMP GIMP | =2.6.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37232
- http://git.gnome.org/cgit/gimp/commit/?h=gimp-2-6&id=df2b0aca2e7cdb95ebfd3454c65aaba0a83e9bbe
- http://www.osvdb.org/59930
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3228
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-42/
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=600484
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37006
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3564
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1021
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-04/msg00002.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0838.html
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2011-0837.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50737
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201209-23.xml
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54254
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A8290
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507813/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1570?
CVE-2009-1570 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1570?
To fix CVE-2009-1570, upgrade GIMP to a version that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2009-1570?
CVE-2009-1570 specifically affects GIMP version 2.6.7.
What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2009-1570?
CVE-2009-1570 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through crafted BMP files.
In which function is CVE-2009-1570 found?
CVE-2009-1570 is found in the ReadImage function within the bmp-read.c file of GIMP.
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