CVE-2022-24055: Sante DICOM Viewer Pro GIF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Sante DICOM Viewer Pro 11.8.7.0. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of GIF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-14972.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Sante DICOM Viewer Pro. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of GIF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process.
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What is the vulnerability ID of this vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID of this vulnerability is CVE-2022-24055.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-24055?
The severity of CVE-2022-24055 is rated as medium (5.5).
How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2022-24055?
Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2022-24055 by enticing the target to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which software is affected by CVE-2022-24055?
The software affected by CVE-2022-24055 is Sante DICOM Viewer Pro version 11.8.7.0.
Is user interaction required to exploit CVE-2022-24055?
Yes, user interaction is required to exploit CVE-2022-24055.