USN-7437-1: CImg library vulnerabilities
First published: Tue Apr 15 2025(Updated: )
It was discovered that the CImg library did not properly check the size of images before loading them. An attacker could possibly use this issue to cause a denial of service. This issue only affected Ubuntu 22.04 LTS. (CVE-2022-1325) It was discovered that the CImg library did not correctly handle certain memory operations, which could lead to a buffer overflow. An attacker could possibly use this issue to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service. (CVE-2024-26540)
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/cimg-dev | <3.2.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.24.10.1 | 3.2.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.24.10.1 |
| Ubuntu | =24.10 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/cimg-dev | <3.2.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.24.04.1~esm1 | 3.2.1+dfsg-1ubuntu0.24.04.1~esm1 |
| Ubuntu | =24.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/cimg-dev | <2.9.4+dfsg-3ubuntu0.1~esm1 | 2.9.4+dfsg-3ubuntu0.1~esm1 |
| Ubuntu | =22.04 | |
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/cimg-dev | <1.7.9+dfsg-2ubuntu0.18.04.2+esm1 | 1.7.9+dfsg-2ubuntu0.18.04.2+esm1 |
| Ubuntu | =18.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of USN-7437-1?
The severity of USN-7437-1 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
How do I fix USN-7437-1?
To fix USN-7437-1, users should update the CImg library to the latest patched version available in their Ubuntu distribution.
Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-7437-1?
USN-7437-1 affects Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, 24.04, and 24.10 LTS versions.
What kind of vulnerability is described in USN-7437-1?
USN-7437-1 describes a vulnerability in the CImg library that allows for denial of service due to improper image size checks.
Is USN-7437-1 related to any specific library or software?
Yes, USN-7437-1 is related to the CImg library, which is used for image processing.
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