CVE-2013-7447: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Feb 17 2016(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the gdk_cairo_set_source_pixbuf function in gdk/gdkcairo.c in GTK+ before 3.9.8, as used in eom, gnome-photos, eog, gambas3, thunar, pinpoint, and possibly other applications, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a large image file, which triggers a large memory allocation.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu | =12.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =14.04 | |
| Ubuntu | =15.10 | |
| Samsung X14J eu | =t-ms14jakucb-1102.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-03/msg00010.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/10/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/02/10/6
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinjul2016-3090568.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/83239
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2898-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2898-2
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/gtk+2.0/+bug/1540811
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=703220
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/gtk+/commit?id=894b1ae76a32720f4bb3d39cf460402e3ce331d6
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/gtk+/tree/NEWS
- https://github.com/mate-desktop/eom/issues/93
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-7447?
CVE-2013-7447 has a moderate severity level as it can cause a denial of service by crashing applications handling large image files.
How do I fix CVE-2013-7447?
To fix CVE-2013-7447, it is recommended to update GTK+ to version 3.9.8 or later.
Which applications are affected by CVE-2013-7447?
CVE-2013-7447 affects applications including eom, gnome-photos, eog, gambas3, thunar, and pinpoint.
What platforms are vulnerable to CVE-2013-7447?
Vulnerable platforms include Ubuntu Linux versions 12.04, 14.04, and 15.10.
Can CVE-2013-7447 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-7447 can be exploited remotely through the use of specially crafted large image files.
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