ZDI-23-1591: GIMP PSP File Parsing Off-By-One Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of PSP files. Crafted data in a PSP file can trigger an off-by-one error when calculating a location to write within a heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GIMP. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The ZDI has assigned a CVSS rating of 7.8. The following CVEs are assigned: CVE-2023-44444.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is ZDI-23-1591.
What is the severity of ZDI-23-1591?
The severity of ZDI-23-1591 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How can remote attackers exploit ZDI-23-1591?
Remote attackers can exploit ZDI-23-1591 by tricking the target into visiting a malicious page or opening a malicious file.
What software is affected by ZDI-23-1591?
GIMP is affected by ZDI-23-1591.
How can I fix ZDI-23-1591?
To fix ZDI-23-1591, users should update to GIMP version 2.10.36 or later.