REDHAT-BUG-1578659
First published: Wed May 16 2018(Updated: )
In types.cpp in Exiv2 0.26, a large size value may lead to a SIGABRT during an attempt at memory allocation for an Exiv2::Internal::PngChunk::zlibUncompress call. Upstream Issue: <a href="https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/302">https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/302</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Dos2unix |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/302
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1578661
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/pull/316/files
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1579488
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2101
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2018-10958
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1578659
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1578659?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1578659 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for a SIGABRT crash during memory allocation.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1578659?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1578659, users should update to the latest stable version of Exiv2 that contains the patch for this vulnerability.
What impact does REDHAT-BUG-1578659 have on my system?
REDHAT-BUG-1578659 may lead to application crashes when handling PNG chunks in Exiv2, resulting in data loss or service disruption.
Is my version of Exiv2 vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-1578659?
If you are using Exiv2 version 0.26 or earlier, your system is vulnerable to REDHAT-BUG-1578659.
Where can I find more information about REDHAT-BUG-1578659?
More information about REDHAT-BUG-1578659 can be found through the Exiv2 GitHub repository and issue tracking system.
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