USN-7112-1: GD Graphics Library vulnerability
It was discovered that the GD Graphics Library did not perform proper bounds checking while handling BMP and WebP files. If a user were tricked into opening a specially crafted file, an attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service (application crash).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7112-1?
USN-7112-1 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability affecting the GD Graphics Library.
How do I fix USN-7112-1?
To address USN-7112-1, update to the patched versions of the affected packages: libgd-dev, libgd-tools, and libgd3 as specified in the advisory.
Which Ubuntu versions are affected by USN-7112-1?
USN-7112-1 impacts Ubuntu versions 16.04, 18.04, 20.04, and 22.04.
What is the cause of USN-7112-1?
USN-7112-1 is caused by insufficient bounds checking in the GD Graphics Library when processing BMP and WebP files.
What can happen if I am affected by USN-7112-1?
If affected by USN-7112-1, opening specially crafted BMP or WebP files could lead to application crashes.