USN-6806-1: GDK-PixBuf vulnerability
Pedro Ribeiro and Vitor Pedreira discovered that the GDK-PixBuf library did not properly handle certain ANI files. An attacker could use this flaw to cause GDK-PixBuf to crash, resulting in a denial of service, or to possibly execute arbitrary code.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-6806-1?
The vulnerability described in USN-6806-1 is considered to have a moderate severity level, as it could lead to a denial of service or potential arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix USN-6806-1?
To fix USN-6806-1, update the libgdk-pixbuf-2.0-0 package to the appropriate version specified in the advisory based on your Ubuntu release.
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-6806-1?
USN-6806-1 affects Ubuntu versions 24.04, 23.10, 22.04, 20.04, 18.04, and 16.04.
What type of files does the vulnerability in USN-6806-1 affect?
The vulnerability in USN-6806-1 affects the GDK-PixBuf library functionality when handling certain ANI files.
Can USN-6806-1 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, the vulnerability described in USN-6806-1 could potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.