REDHAT-BUG-1732270
First published: Tue Jul 23 2019(Updated: )
In OpenJPEG 2.3.1, there is excessive iteration in the opj_t1_encode_cblks function of openjp2/t1.c. Remote attackers could leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial of service via a crafted bmp file. This issue is similar to <a href="https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2018-6616">CVE-2018-6616</a>. Reference: <a href="https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/commit/8ee335227bbcaf1614124046aa25e53d67b11ec3">https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/commit/8ee335227bbcaf1614124046aa25e53d67b11ec3</a> <a href="https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/pull/1185/commits/cbe7384016083eac16078b359acd7a842253d503">https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/pull/1185/commits/cbe7384016083eac16078b359acd7a842253d503</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| uclouvain openjpeg |
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Reference Links
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2018-6616
- https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/commit/8ee335227bbcaf1614124046aa25e53d67b11ec3
- https://github.com/uclouvain/openjpeg/pull/1185/commits/cbe7384016083eac16078b359acd7a842253d503
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1732273
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1732272
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1732274
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1732271
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2021:4251
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1732270
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-1732270?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-1732270 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-1732270?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-1732270, upgrade to the latest version of OpenJPEG that addresses this vulnerability.
What causes REDHAT-BUG-1732270?
REDHAT-BUG-1732270 is caused by excessive iteration in the opj_t1_encode_cblks function when processing specially crafted BMP files.
Can REDHAT-BUG-1732270 be exploited remotely?
Yes, REDHAT-BUG-1732270 can be exploited remotely by attackers to cause a denial of service.
Which software versions are affected by REDHAT-BUG-1732270?
Redhat-BUG-1732270 affects versions of the UCLouvain OpenJPEG software prior to the patch that resolves this vulnerability.
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