CVE-2020-24292: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 22, 2023
·Updated
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in load function in PluginICO.cpp in FreeImage 3.19.0 [r1859] allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code via opening of crafted ico file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Freeimage Project Freeimage=3.19.0
Event History
Aug 22, 2023
CVE Published
12:00 AM
Data Sourced
12:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is CVE-2020-24292?
CVE-2020-24292 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the load function in PluginICO.cpp in FreeImage 3.19.0 [r1859].
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How does CVE-2020-24292 impact FreeImage?
CVE-2020-24292 allows remote attackers to run arbitrary code by opening a crafted ico file.
3
What is the severity rating of CVE-2020-24292?
CVE-2020-24292 has a severity rating of 8.8 (high).
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How can I fix CVE-2020-24292?
To fix CVE-2020-24292, you should upgrade to a version of FreeImage that is not affected by this vulnerability.
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What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-24292?
CVE-2020-24292 is associated with CWE-119 (Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer) and CWE-120 (Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input).