CVE-2020-16589: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 9, 2020
·Updated
A head-based buffer overflow exists in Academy Software Foundation OpenEXR 2.3.0 in writeTileData in ImfTiledOutputFile.cpp that can cause a denial of service via a crafted EXR file.
Affected Software
2 affected components
OpenEXR OpenEXR=2.3.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0
Remediation
Event History
Dec 9, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-16589?
CVE-2020-16589 is a head-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Academy Software Foundation OpenEXR 2.3.0.
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How can CVE-2020-16589 be exploited?
CVE-2020-16589 can be exploited by creating a crafted EXR file and causing a denial of service.
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What is the severity of CVE-2020-16589?
CVE-2020-16589 has a severity rating of 5.5 which is considered medium.
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What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-16589?
OpenEXR 2.3.0 and Debian Linux 10.0 are affected by CVE-2020-16589.
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How can I fix CVE-2020-16589?
To fix CVE-2020-16589, it is recommended to update to a patched version of OpenEXR and Debian Linux.