REDHAT-BUG-1632490: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon Sep 24 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Exiv2 v0.26. The function Exiv2::DataValue::copy in value.cpp has a NULL pointer dereference. References: <a href="https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/457">https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/457</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| CentOS Dos2unix |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/457
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1632491
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/commit/670fb73dd5ee8acab90971c4878de29f9fc43a02
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2019:2101
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/cve-2018-17282
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2020:1577
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1632490
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1632490?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1632490 is categorized as high due to the potential for NULL pointer dereference in Exiv2.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1632490?
To address REDHAT-BUG-1632490, you should upgrade to the latest version of Exiv2 that includes the patch.
Which versions of Exiv2 are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1632490?
Exiv2 version 0.26 is known to be affected by the vulnerability identified in REDHAT-BUG-1632490.
Is REDHAT-BUG-1632490 a critical vulnerability?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1632490 is considered critical due to the implications of an application crash or exploitation.
Who is responsible for addressing REDHAT-BUG-1632490?
The maintainers of the Exiv2 project are responsible for addressing the issues related to REDHAT-BUG-1632490.
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