CVE-2019-13504
First published: Thu Jul 11 2019(Updated: )
There is an out-of-bounds read in Exiv2::MrwImage::readMetadata in mrwimage.cpp in Exiv2 through 0.27.2.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Dos2unix | <=0.27.2 | |
| Debian | =8.0 | |
| Debian | =10.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/109117
- https://fuzzit.dev/2019/07/11/discovering-cve-2019-13504-cve-2019-13503-and-the-importance-of-api-fuzzing/
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/pull/943
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/07/msg00015.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/01/msg00004.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-13504?
CVE-2019-13504 is classified as a moderate-severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on software stability.
How do I fix CVE-2019-13504?
To fix CVE-2019-13504, upgrade Exiv2 to version 0.27.3 or later, which contains the necessary patches.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2019-13504?
CVE-2019-13504 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability found in the readMetadata function of the Exiv2 library.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-13504?
CVE-2019-13504 affects Exiv2 versions up to and including 0.27.2 and specific Debian Linux versions including 8.0 and 10.0.
How does CVE-2019-13504 affect users?
CVE-2019-13504 can lead to application crashes or unintended behavior by allowing the reading of memory outside the intended boundaries.
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