REDHAT-BUG-2043393
First published: Fri Jan 21 2022(Updated: )
A vulnerability was reported in Libpng where the input buffer might not have the same length as the pre-defined value hardcoded in the pngimage so that the index is out of bound in the later loop. References: <a href="https://github.com/glennrp/libpng/issues/302">https://github.com/glennrp/libpng/issues/302</a>
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libp2p |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2043393?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2043393 is categorized as moderate due to potential out-of-bounds access.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2043393?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2043393, update to the latest version of Libpng that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of REDHAT-BUG-2043393?
The potential impacts of REDHAT-BUG-2043393 include crashes and possible arbitrary code execution due to out-of-bounds memory access.
Which versions of Libpng are affected by REDHAT-BUG-2043393?
All versions of Libpng prior to the fixed release addressing REDHAT-BUG-2043393 are affected.
Is there any workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2043393?
Currently, the best workaround for REDHAT-BUG-2043393 is to avoid using vulnerable versions of Libpng until an update is applied.
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