CVE-2015-8875: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jun 01 2016(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in the (1) pixops_composite_nearest, (2) pixops_composite_color_nearest, and (3) pixops_process functions in pixops/pixops.c in gdk-pixbuf before 2.33.1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted image, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| gdk-pixbuf | <=2.33 | |
| Debian | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3589
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/12/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/16/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/05/17/7
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-3085-1
- https://git.gnome.org/browse/gdk-pixbuf/commit/?id=dbfe8f70471864818bf458a39c8a99640895bd22
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-8875?
CVE-2015-8875 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for causing application crashes and executing arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2015-8875?
To fix CVE-2015-8875, update gdk-pixbuf to version 2.33.1 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2015-8875?
CVE-2015-8875 affects gdk-pixbuf versions prior to 2.33.1 and Debian Linux 8.0.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2015-8875?
The potential impacts of CVE-2015-8875 include denial of service through application crashes and the possibility of remote code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-8875?
Currently, there are no known workarounds for CVE-2015-8875 other than upgrading the affected software.
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