CVE-2019-13108: Integer Overflow
First published: Sun Jun 30 2019(Updated: )
An integer overflow in Exiv2 through 0.27.1 allows an attacker to cause a denial of service (SIGSEGV) via a crafted PNG image file, because PngImage::readMetadata mishandles a zero value for iccOffset.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Dos2unix | <=0.27.1 | |
| Fedora | =30 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/789
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/pull/794
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FGBT5OD2TF4AIXJUC56WOUJRHAZLZ4DC/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/FGBT5OD2TF4AIXJUC56WOUJRHAZLZ4DC/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-13108?
CVE-2019-13108 has a severity rating that typically indicates it can lead to denial of service due to an integer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2019-13108?
To fix CVE-2019-13108, update Exiv2 to version 0.27.2 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.
Which versions of Exiv2 are affected by CVE-2019-13108?
CVE-2019-13108 affects Exiv2 versions up to and including 0.27.1.
Can CVE-2019-13108 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2019-13108 can be exploited remotely by processing a specially crafted PNG file.
What type of attack does CVE-2019-13108 facilitate?
CVE-2019-13108 can facilitate a denial of service attack, causing the application to crash.
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