CVE-2010-0991: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 22, 2010
·Updated
Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in imlib2 1.4.3 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) ARGB, (2) XPM, or (3) BMP file, related to the IMAGEDIMENSIONSOK macro in lib/image.h.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Enlightenment imlib2=1.4.3
Event History
Apr 22, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2010-0991?
CVE-2010-0991 has a high severity due to the potential for remote code execution from heap-based buffer overflows.
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How do I fix CVE-2010-0991?
To fix CVE-2010-0991, upgrade imlib2 to version 1.4.4 or later, which addresses the buffer overflow vulnerabilities.
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What types of files are exploitable in CVE-2010-0991?
CVE-2010-0991 can be exploited through crafted ARGB, XPM, and BMP files.
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Who is affected by CVE-2010-0991?
Users of imlib2 version 1.4.3 are at risk of exploitation through this vulnerability.
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What are the implications of CVE-2010-0991?
The implications of CVE-2010-0991 include the potential for attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.