CWE
125
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-40630: HEIF Heap OOB Read in OpenImageIO

First published: Mon Jul 15 2024(Updated: )

OpenImageIO is a toolset for reading, writing, and manipulating image files of any image file format relevant to VFX / animation via a format-agnostic API with a feature set, scalability, and robustness needed for feature film production. In affected versions there is a bug in the heif input functionality of OpenImageIO. Specifically, in `HeifInput::seek_subimage()`. In the worst case, this can lead to an information disclosure vulnerability, particularly for programs that directly use the `ImageInput` APIs. This bug has been addressed in commit `0a2dcb4c` which is included in the 2.5.13.1 release. Users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this issue.

Credit: security-advisories@github.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenImageIO<2.5.13.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-40630?

    CVE-2024-40630 has a severity rating that indicates potential impact on systems using affected OpenImageIO versions.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-40630?

    To fix CVE-2024-40630, upgrade to a version of OpenImageIO that is later than 2.5.13.1, which addresses this vulnerability.

  • What versions of OpenImageIO are affected by CVE-2024-40630?

    CVE-2024-40630 affects versions of OpenImageIO up to and including 2.5.13.1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-40630?

    CVE-2024-40630 is a bug in the handling of image files that may lead to unintended behavior.

  • What steps can I take to mitigate CVE-2024-40630 until I can upgrade?

    Until you can upgrade, avoid using affected OpenImageIO features that could trigger the vulnerability and monitor for any available security patches.

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