CVE-2012-2763: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Jul 12 2012(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the readstr_upto function in plug-ins/script-fu/tinyscheme/scheme.c in GIMP 2.6.12 and earlier, and possibly 2.6.13, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string in a command to the script-fu server.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GIMP | <=2.6.13 |
Remedy
http://git.gnome.org/browse/gimp/commit/?h=gimp-2-6&id=744f7a4a2b5acb8b531a6f5dd8744ebb95348fc2
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Reference Links
- http://git.gnome.org/browse/gimp/commit/?h=gimp-2-6&id=744f7a4a2b5acb8b531a6f5dd8744ebb95348fc2
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2012-09/msg00000.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2012-09/msg00043.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50737
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201209-23.xml
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/05/31/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/07/01/1
- http://www.reactionpenetrationtesting.co.uk/advisories/scriptfu-buffer-overflow-GIMP-2.6.html
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=679215
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2763?
CVE-2012-2763 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2763?
To fix CVE-2012-2763, users should upgrade GIMP to version 2.6.14 or later.
Which versions of GIMP are affected by CVE-2012-2763?
CVE-2012-2763 affects GIMP versions 2.6.12 and earlier, and possibly 2.6.13.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2763?
CVE-2012-2763 is a buffer overflow vulnerability found in the readstr_upto function.
Can CVE-2012-2763 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-2763 can be exploited remotely through sending a long string command to the script-fu server.
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