CVE-2024-41311
First published: Tue Oct 15 2024(Updated: )
In Libheif 1.17.6, insufficient checks in ImageOverlay::parse() decoding a heif file containing an overlay image with forged offsets can lead to an out-of-bounds read and write.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/libheif | <=1.11.0-1<=1.15.1-1 | 1.11.0-1+deb11u1 1.15.1-1+deb12u1 1.18.2-2 |
| libheif | =1.17.6 | |
| Debian Linux | =11.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/strukturag/libheif/issues/1226
- https://github.com/strukturag/libheif/pull/1227
- https://github.com/strukturag/libheif/commit/a3ed1b1eb178c5d651d6ac619c8da3d71ac2be36
- https://gist.github.com/flyyee/79f1b224069842ee320115cafa5c35c0
- https://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=CVE-2024-41311
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-41311
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-41311
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-41311
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-41311
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/10/msg00025.html
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-41311?
The severity of CVE-2024-41311 is classified as high due to the potential for out-of-bounds read and write vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2024-41311?
To fix CVE-2024-41311, upgrade to libheif version 1.18.2-2 or later, or ensure you are using the patched versions specified.
Which versions of libheif are affected by CVE-2024-41311?
CVE-2024-41311 affects libheif versions up to and including 1.11.0-1 and 1.15.1-1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-41311?
CVE-2024-41311 is a decoding vulnerability that can lead to out-of-bounds read and write due to insufficient checks.
Is CVE-2024-41311 exploitation likely to occur?
Exploitation of CVE-2024-41311 is highly feasible given its nature, allowing attackers to manipulate heif files with forged offsets.
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