https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2025/q2/24: CVE-2025-31344: giflib: The giflib open-source component has a buffer overflow vulnerability.
Published Apr 7, 2025
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Affected Software
1 affected component
giflib giflib<=5.2.2
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the severity of CVE-2025-31344?
CVE-2025-31344 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in giflib that can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution.
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How do I fix CVE-2025-31344?
To fix CVE-2025-31344, update giflib to version 5.2.3 or later.
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Which versions of giflib are affected by CVE-2025-31344?
CVE-2025-31344 affects giflib version 5.2.2 and all prior versions.
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What can be exploited in CVE-2025-31344?
CVE-2025-31344 can be exploited through the DumpScreen2RGB function that improperly accesses the color map.
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What are the potential impacts of CVE-2025-31344?
The potential impacts of CVE-2025-31344 include crashes, data corruption, and the execution of arbitrary code.