CVE-2015-7673: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Oct 26 2015(Updated: )
io-tga.c in gdk-pixbuf before 2.32.0 uses heap memory after its allocation failed, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted Truevision TGA (TARGA) file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =13.2 | |
| gdk-pixbuf | <=2.31.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://ftp.gnome.org/pub/gnome/sources/gdk-pixbuf/2.32/gdk-pixbuf-2.32.0.news
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-03/msg00124.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-06/msg00006.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2015/dsa-3378
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/10/01/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/10/02/9
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/76953
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2767-1
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/gdk-pixbuf/commit/?id=19f9685dbff7d1f929c61cf99188df917a18811d
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/gdk-pixbuf/commit/?id=6ddca835100107e6b5841ce9d56074f6d98c387e
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/gdk-pixbuf/commit/?id=edf6fb8d856574bc3bb3a703037f56533229267c
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201512-05
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-7673?
CVE-2015-7673 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2015-7673?
The recommended fix for CVE-2015-7673 is to update gdk-pixbuf to version 2.32.0 or later.
Which versions of gdk-pixbuf are affected by CVE-2015-7673?
CVE-2015-7673 affects gdk-pixbuf versions up to and including 2.31.4.
Can CVE-2015-7673 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2015-7673 can be exploited remotely via a crafted Truevision TGA file.
What kind of vulnerabilities does CVE-2015-7673 represent?
CVE-2015-7673 represents a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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