CVE-2014-9771: Integer Overflow

Published Apr 6, 2016
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Updated

An integer overflow vulnerability was found in imlib2.

Upstream fix:

https://git.enlightenment.org/legacy/imlib2.git/commit/?id=143f299

Other sources

Integer overflow in imlib2 before 1.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption or application crash) via a crafted image, which triggers an invalid read operation.

Debian

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
debian/imlib2<=1.4.6-2, <=1.4.6-2+deb8u1, <=1.4.5-1
1.4.7-11.4.6-2+deb8u21.4.5-1+deb7u2
debian/imlib2
1.7.1-2+deb11u11.10.0-4+deb12u11.12.1-1.1
redhat/imlib2<1.4.7
1.4.7
Enlightenment imlib2<=1.4.6
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0

Event History

May 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-9771?

CVE-2014-9771 has a severity rating that can lead to denial of service due to integer overflow in imlib2.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-9771?

To fix CVE-2014-9771, upgrade imlib2 to version 1.4.7 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2014-9771?

CVE-2014-9771 affects imlib2 versions prior to 1.4.7, specifically 1.4.6 and earlier.

4

Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-9771?

There is no specific workaround recommended for CVE-2014-9771 aside from upgrading to a patched version.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-9771?

CVE-2014-9771 is classified as an integer overflow vulnerability.

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