REDHAT-BUG-1252290: High severity gnome gdkpixbuf vulnerability
Security researcher Gustavo Grieco reported a heap overflow in gdk-pixbuf affecting Linux systems using Gnome. This issue is triggered by the scaling of a malformed bitmap format image and results in a potentially exploitable crash.
This issue only affects Linux systems running Gnome. Windows and OS X operating systems are unaffected.
External Reference:
https://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2015/mfsa2015-88.html
Acknowledgements:
Red Hat would like to thank the Mozilla project for reporting this issue. Upstream acknowledges Gustavo Grieco as the original reporter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1252290?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1252290 is considered high due to the potential for heap overflow and exploitation.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1252290?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1252290, you should update the gdk-pixbuf library to the latest version as provided by your Linux distribution.
Who is affected by REDHAT-BUG-1252290?
REDHAT-BUG-1252290 affects Linux systems that are running the Gnome desktop environment utilizing gdk-pixbuf.
What causes the issue in REDHAT-BUG-1252290?
The issue in REDHAT-BUG-1252290 is caused by a heap overflow triggered by the scaling of a malformed bitmap format image.
Can REDHAT-BUG-1252290 lead to system crashes?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1252290 can lead to potentially exploitable crashes due to the heap overflow vulnerability.