CVE-2016-9082: Integer Overflow
First published: Fri Feb 26 2016(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the write_png function in cairo 1.14.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid pointer dereference) via a large svg file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo Graphics | =1.14.6 | |
| =1.14.6 |
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Reference Links
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=1130832
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/attachment.cgi?id=1130832&action=edit
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1382656
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/44
- https://bugs.freedesktop.org/show_bug.cgi?id=98165
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1384554
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1384555
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1384556
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1382658
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1382659
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1382662
- https://bugs.freedesktop.org/attachment.cgi?id=127421
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1312337
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/27/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93931
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201904-01
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9082?
CVE-2016-9082 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to an integer overflow leading to an invalid pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9082?
To mitigate CVE-2016-9082, update to a fixed version of Cairo that addresses the integer overflow issue.
Which versions of Cairo are affected by CVE-2016-9082?
CVE-2016-9082 specifically affects Cairo version 1.14.6.
What type of attacks can CVE-2016-9082 be exploited for?
CVE-2016-9082 can be exploited to achieve a denial of service by causing crashes when processing specially crafted SVG files.
Is CVE-2016-9082 associated with any specific functions in Cairo?
Yes, CVE-2016-9082 is associated with the write_png function in Cairo, which is vulnerable during the conversion of SVG files.
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