CVE-2022-37768: High severity ijg libjpeg vulnerability

Published Aug 18, 2022
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Updated

libjpeg commit 281daa9 was discovered to contain an infinite loop via the component Frame::ParseTrailer.

Affected Software

1 affected component
jpeg libjpeg

Event History

Aug 18, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:30 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:30 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-37768?

CVE-2022-37768 is a vulnerability in libjpeg commit 281daa9 that allows an attacker to cause an infinite loop through the Frame::ParseTrailer component.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-37768?

CVE-2022-37768 has a severity rating of 7.5, which is considered high.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2022-37768?

The libjpeg software is affected by CVE-2022-37768.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-37768?

At the moment, there is no specific fix available for CVE-2022-37768. It is recommended to update to a patched version or follow any mitigation steps provided by the software vendor.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-37768?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-37768 at the following reference link: <https://github.com/thorfdbg/libjpeg/issues/77>

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