USN-4238-1: SDL_image vulnerabilities
It was discovered that SDLimage incorrectly handled certain image files. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service or other unspecified impact.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this SDL_image vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this SDL_image vulnerability is CVE-2018-3977.
What is the severity of CVE-2018-3977?
The severity of CVE-2018-3977 is not specified.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2018-3977?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2018-3977 to cause a denial of service or other unspecified impact.
Which versions of SDL_image are affected by this vulnerability?
Versions up to and excluding 1.2.12-8ubuntu0.1 are affected by this vulnerability.
How can I fix this vulnerability in Ubuntu 18.04?
To fix this vulnerability in Ubuntu 18.04, update the libsdl-image1.2 package to version 1.2.12-8ubuntu0.1 or higher.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability at the following references: [CVE-2018-3977](https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2018-3977), [CVE-2019-12216](https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2019-12216), [CVE-2019-12217](https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2019-12217).