CVE-2010-2807
First published: Thu Aug 19 2010(Updated: )
FreeType before 2.4.2 uses incorrect integer data types during bounds checking, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted font file.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeType | <2.4.2 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =9.04 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =9.10 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =8.04 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =10.04 | |
| Ubuntu Linux | =6.06 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <10.6.5 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <4.2 | |
| tvOS | <4.1.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=128111955616772&w=2
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2106
- https://savannah.nongnu.org/bugs/?30657
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40982
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-972-1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/40816
- http://git.savannah.gnu.org/cgit/freetype/freetype2.git/commit/?id=346f1867fd32dae8f56e5b482d1af98f626804ac
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2018
- http://freetype.sourceforge.net/index2.html#release-freetype-2.4.2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/42285
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/maverick/+source/freetype/+bug/617019
- http://sourceforge.net/projects/freetype/files/freetype2/2.4.2/NEWS/view
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4435
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Nov/msg00000.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4456
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2010//Nov/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4457
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/3046
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/3045
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42317
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42314
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-2807?
CVE-2010-2807 has a high severity due to its potential to cause application crashes and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2010-2807?
To fix CVE-2010-2807, upgrade FreeType to version 2.4.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2010-2807?
CVE-2010-2807 affects FreeType versions prior to 2.4.2 and specific versions of Ubuntu and macOS.
Can CVE-2010-2807 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-2807 can be exploited remotely through crafted font files.
What types of vulnerabilities are related to CVE-2010-2807?
CVE-2010-2807 is related to improper bounds checking and integer data type errors in software.
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