CVE-2009-5030: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 18, 2012
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Updated

The tcdfreeencode function in tcd.c in OpenJPEG 1.3 through 1.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) and possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted tile information in a Gray16 TIFF image, which causes insufficient memory to be allocated and leads to an "invalid free."

Affected Software

3 affected components
uclouvain openjpeg=1.3
uclouvain openjpeg=1.4
uclouvain openjpeg=1.5

Event History

Jul 18, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-5030?

CVE-2009-5030 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-5030?

To fix CVE-2009-5030, update OpenJPEG to a version beyond 1.5 that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2009-5030 allow?

CVE-2009-5030 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by exploiting crafted Gray16 TIFF images.

4

Which versions of OpenJPEG are affected by CVE-2009-5030?

CVE-2009-5030 affects OpenJPEG versions 1.3, 1.4, and 1.5.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2009-5030 on users?

The impact of CVE-2009-5030 on users includes potential system crashes and unauthorized code execution leading to compromised system security.

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