CVE-2022-37770: Buffer Overflow
Published Aug 18, 2022
·Updated
libjpeg commit 281daa9 was discovered to contain a segmentation fault via LineMerger::GetNextLowpassLine at linemerger.cpp. This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted file.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is CVE-2022-37770?
CVE-2022-37770 is a vulnerability in libjpeg that allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted file.
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How severe is CVE-2022-37770?
CVE-2022-37770 has a severity rating of medium with a score of 6.5.
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What is the affected software?
The affected software is Jpeg Libjpeg.
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How can an attacker exploit CVE-2022-37770?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2022-37770 by using a crafted file to trigger a segmentation fault in libjpeg.
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Is there a fix for CVE-2022-37770?
A fix for CVE-2022-37770 may be available in a future release of libjpeg. It is recommended to update to the latest version of the software when the fix is released.