CVE-2018-12109: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jun 11 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Free Lossless Image Format (FLIF) 0.3. The TransformPaletteC<FileIO>::process function in transform/palette_C.hpp allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted PAM image file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Flif Flif | =0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-12109?
CVE-2018-12109 is a vulnerability in Free Lossless Image Format (FLIF) version 0.3 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possible unspecified other impact via a crafted request.
How severe is CVE-2018-12109?
CVE-2018-12109 has a severity score of 7.8, which is considered high.
What software version is affected by CVE-2018-12109?
FLIF version 0.3 is affected by CVE-2018-12109.
How can I fix CVE-2018-12109?
Updating FLIF to a version that is not affected by the vulnerability is the recommended fix for CVE-2018-12109.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2018-12109?
You can find more information about CVE-2018-12109 on the official FLIF GitHub page: https://github.com/FLIF-hub/FLIF/issues/513
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