REDHAT-BUG-1590994: Integer Overflow

Published Jun 13, 2018
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Updated

Exiv2 0.26 has an integer overflow in the LoaderExifJpeg class in preview.cpp, leading to an out-of-bounds read in Exiv2::MemIo::read in basicio.cpp.

References: https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/365 https://github.com/TeamSeri0us/pocs/blob/master/exiv2/1-out-of-read-Poc

Patch: https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/commit/341de4500ab993103c215bfb07d43d4a08654ac4

Affected Software

1 affected component
exiv2 exiv2

Event History

Jun 13, 2018
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·09:20 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1590994?

The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1590994 is considered critical due to its potential for leading to out-of-bounds reads.

2

How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1590994?

To fix REDHAT-BUG-1590994, update Exiv2 to the latest version where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What are the potential impacts of REDHAT-BUG-1590994?

Potential impacts of REDHAT-BUG-1590994 include application crashes and possible denial of service.

4

What versions of Exiv2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1590994?

Exiv2 version 0.26 is specifically affected by the vulnerability detailed in REDHAT-BUG-1590994.

5

Is there any public proof of concept for REDHAT-BUG-1590994?

Yes, there are public proof of concepts available that demonstrate the exploitation of REDHAT-BUG-1590994.

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