CVE-2024-28568: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 20, 2024
·Updated
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in open source FreeImage v.3.19.0 [r1909] allows a local attacker to cause a denial of service (DoS) via the readiptcprofile() function when reading images in TIFF format.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Freeimage Project Freeimage=3.19.0
FreeImage FreeImage
Event History
Mar 20, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2024-28568?
CVE-2024-28568 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2024-28568?
To fix CVE-2024-28568, upgrade FreeImage to a patched version that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2024-28568?
The vulnerability CVE-2024-28568 affects FreeImage version 3.19.0.
4
What specific function is vulnerable in CVE-2024-28568?
The read_iptc_profile() function is the specific function vulnerable in CVE-2024-28568.
5
Who can exploit CVE-2024-28568?
A local attacker can exploit CVE-2024-28568 to cause a denial of service through crafted TIFF images.