CVE-2012-2814: Buffer Overflow
Published Jul 13, 2012
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the exifentryformatvalue function in exif-entry.c in the EXIF Tag Parsing Library (aka libexif) 0.6.20 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted EXIF tags in an image.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libexif Project Libexif=0.6.20
Event History
Jul 13, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2814?
CVE-2012-2814 has a severity rating that allows for remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-2814?
To fix CVE-2012-2814, upgrade the libexif library to version 0.6.21 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2814?
CVE-2012-2814 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in the EXIF Tag Parsing Library.
4
Which software is affected by CVE-2012-2814?
CVE-2012-2814 specifically affects libexif version 0.6.20.
5
Can CVE-2012-2814 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2012-2814 can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution, which may result in data breaches.