CVE-2015-4588: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 01 2015(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the DecodeImage function in libwmf 0.2.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted "run-length count" in an image in a WMF file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/libwmf | 0.2.8.4-17 0.2.12-5.1 0.2.13-1.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.1 | |
| openSUSE | =13.2 | |
| libwmf | =0.2.8.4 | |
| Red Hat Fedora | =21 |
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Reference Links
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2015-4588
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-June/160668.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-06/msg00051.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-06/msg00053.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-07/msg00018.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-1917.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3302
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/06/03/6
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/06/16/4
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/linuxbulletinoct2015-2719645.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/75230
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1032771
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2670-1
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1227243
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201602-03
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-4588?
CVE-2015-4588 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service and possibly allow arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-4588?
To fix CVE-2015-4588, update the libwmf package to a secure version such as 0.2.8.4-17, 0.2.12-5.1, or 0.2.13-1.1.
Who is affected by CVE-2015-4588?
CVE-2015-4588 affects users of libwmf versions 0.2.8.4 and earlier on Debian, openSUSE, and Fedora systems.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2015-4588?
CVE-2015-4588 can be exploited via crafted WMF files that trigger a heap-based buffer overflow during image decoding.
Is there a proof of concept for CVE-2015-4588?
A proof of concept for CVE-2015-4588 may exist in security communities, demonstrating how the vulnerability can be exploited.
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