CVE-2016-7568: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 28, 2016
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Updated

Integer overflow in the gdImageWebpCtx function in gdwebp.c in the GD Graphics Library (aka libgd) through 2.2.3, as used in PHP through 7.0.11, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted imagewebp and imagedestroy calls.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Libgd Libgd<=2.2.3
PHP PHP>=5.6.0<=5.6.26
PHP PHP>=7.0.0<=7.0.11
Debian Debian Linux=8.0

Event History

Sep 28, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-7568?

CVE-2016-7568 has a severity rating that may result in denial of service and potentially other unspecified impacts.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-7568?

To fix CVE-2016-7568, update to GD Graphics Library version 2.2.4 or later, or PHP version 5.6.27, 7.0.12, or higher.

3

What types of software are affected by CVE-2016-7568?

CVE-2016-7568 affects GD Graphics Library versions up to 2.2.3 and specific PHP versions between 5.6.0 to 5.6.26 and 7.0.0 to 7.0.11.

4

Can CVE-2016-7568 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2016-7568 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted webp images.

5

What impact can CVE-2016-7568 have on systems?

The impact of CVE-2016-7568 can include a heap-based buffer overflow, leading to potential denial of service.

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