REDHAT-BUG-1579544: Low severity centos dos2unix vulnerability
Published May 17, 2018
·Updated
A flaw was found in Exiv2 0.26, the Exiv2::PngImage::printStructure function in pngimage.cpp allows remote attackers to cause an information leak via a crafted file.
References: https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/307
Affected Software
1 affected component
exiv2 exiv2
Event History
May 17, 2018
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1579544?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1579544 is typically classified as medium due to the potential for information leaks.
2
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1579544?
You can fix REDHAT-BUG-1579544 by updating to the latest available version of Exiv2 that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What versions of Exiv2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1579544?
Exiv2 versions prior to 0.26 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1579544.
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What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-1579544?
REDHAT-BUG-1579544 is a local information leak vulnerability found in the Exiv2 library.
5
Can REDHAT-BUG-1579544 be exploited remotely?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1579544 can be exploited remotely through the use of crafted files.