CVE-2012-0025: Double Free
First published: Fri Nov 02 2012(Updated: )
Double free vulnerability in the Free_All_Memory function in jpeg/dectile.c in libfpx before 1.3.1-1, as used in the FlashPix PlugIn 4.2.2.0 for IrfanView, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted FPX image.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IrfanView FlashPix Plugin | =4.2.2.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47246
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47322
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18256
- http://www.imagemagick.org/download/delegates/libfpx-1.3.1-1.zip
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/01/03/16
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/11/02/6
- http://www.osvdb.org/77958
- http://www.protekresearchlab.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=31&Itemid=31
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71892
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201605-03
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-0025?
CVE-2012-0025 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0025?
To mitigate CVE-2012-0025, update the FlashPix plugin to version 4.2.2.1 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2012-0025?
CVE-2012-0025 affects the FlashPix Plugin version 4.2.2.0 for IrfanView.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-0025?
CVE-2012-0025 is classified as a double free vulnerability.
Can CVE-2012-0025 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-0025 can be exploited remotely through crafted FPX images.
- agent/author
- agent/description
- agent/event
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/references
- agent/severity
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/weakness
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/irfanview
- canonical/irfanview flashpix plugin
- version/irfanview flashpix plugin/4.2.2.0