ZDI-CAN-22094: ZDI-23-1594: GIMP PSD File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow 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 PSD files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a heap-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary 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-2023-44442.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this issue?
The vulnerability ID for this issue is ZDI-CAN-22094.
What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-22094?
The severity of ZDI-CAN-22094 is high with a CVSS score of 7.8.
How does this vulnerability allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code?
This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow during the parsing of PSD files.
What is the affected software?
The affected software is GIMP, specifically versions prior to GIMP 2.10.36.
How can the vulnerability be mitigated or fixed?
The vulnerability can be mitigated or fixed by updating to GIMP 2.10.36 or later.