CVE-2018-19108: Integer Overflow
A flaw was found in Exiv2 0.26. An infinite loop in Exiv2::PsdImage::readMetadata in psdimage.cpp in the PSD image reader. This could lead to a denial of service caused by an integer overflow via a crafted PSD image file.
References: https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/426
Upstream Patch: https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/pull/518
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In Exiv2 0.26, Exiv2::PsdImage::readMetadata in psdimage.cpp in the PSD image reader may suffer from a denial of service (infinite loop) caused by an integer overflow via a crafted PSD image file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-19108?
CVE-2018-19108 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to an infinite loop in the Exiv2 library.
How do I fix CVE-2018-19108?
To fix CVE-2018-19108, upgrade to Exiv2 version 0.27.3 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-19108?
CVE-2018-19108 affects Exiv2 version 0.26, as well as various Debian and Red Hat distributions using this version.
What could an attacker achieve with CVE-2018-19108?
An attacker could cause a denial of service by exploiting CVE-2018-19108 with a crafted PSD image file.
Is there a specific patch for CVE-2018-19108?
Yes, specific patches are part of the Exiv2 versions released after 0.26, which resolve the infinite loop issue.