CVE-2015-7217: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 16 2015(Updated: )
The gdk-pixbuf configuration in Mozilla Firefox before 43.0 on Linux GNOME platforms incorrectly enables the TGA decoder, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow) via a crafted Truevision TGA image.
Credit: security@mozilla.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Firefox | <=42.0 | |
| GNOME | ||
| SUSE Linux | =42.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =13.1 | |
| SUSE Linux | =13.2 | |
| Fedora | =22 | |
| Fedora | =23 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-December/174083.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2015-December/174253.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-12/msg00104.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-02/msg00007.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-02/msg00008.html
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2015/mfsa2015-143.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/79278
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034426
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2833-1
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1203078
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201512-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7217?
CVE-2015-7217 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a heap-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7217?
To fix CVE-2015-7217, you should upgrade to Mozilla Firefox version 43.0 or later immediately.
Which versions of Firefox are affected by CVE-2015-7217?
CVE-2015-7217 affects all Mozilla Firefox versions prior to 43.0 on Linux GNOME platforms.
Can CVE-2015-7217 be exploited by remote attackers?
Yes, CVE-2015-7217 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted Truevision TGA images.
What is the impact of CVE-2015-7217 on my system?
The impact of CVE-2015-7217 on your system is a potential denial of service that can disrupt normal operations.
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