CVE-2024-36474: Integer Overflow

Published Oct 3, 2024
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Updated

An integer overflow vulnerability exists in the Compound Document Binary File format parser of the GNOME Project G Structured File Library (libgsf) version v1.14.52. A specially crafted file can result in an integer overflow when processing the directory from the file that allows for an out-of-bounds index to be used when reading and writing to an array. This can lead to arbitrary code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious file to trigger this vulnerability.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/libgsf<=1.14.47-1
1.14.47-1+deb11u11.14.50-1+deb12u11.14.52-1.1
Gnome libgsf=1.14.52

Event History

Oct 3, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:24 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 22, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·03:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-36474?

CVE-2024-36474 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-36474?

To fix CVE-2024-36474, upgrade to libgsf version 1.14.52-1.1 or later.

3

Which versions of libgsf are affected by CVE-2024-36474?

CVE-2024-36474 affects libgsf version 1.14.52 and earlier versions including 1.14.47-1 and 1.14.50-1.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-36474?

CVE-2024-36474 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the Compound Document Binary File format parser.

5

Can CVE-2024-36474 lead to data loss?

Yes, exploitation of CVE-2024-36474 can potentially lead to data corruption or loss.

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