CVE-2014-9763: High severity Debian Debian Linux vulnerability
Published May 13, 2016
·Updated
imlib2 before 1.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted PNM file.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Enlightenment imlib2<=1.4.6
Event History
May 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9763?
CVE-2014-9763 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service due to a divide-by-zero error.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-9763?
To fix CVE-2014-9763, upgrade to Imlib2 version 1.4.7 or later.
3
Which systems are affected by CVE-2014-9763?
CVE-2014-9763 affects Imlib2 versions up to 1.4.6 on Debian Linux versions 7.0 and 8.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-9763?
CVE-2014-9763 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by improperly handling crafted PNM files.
5
Can CVE-2014-9763 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-9763 can be exploited remotely by attackers using crafted PNM files.