CVE-2002-0728
UnknownEPSS 2.09%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0728 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the progressive reader for libpng 1.2.x before 1.2.4, and 1.0.x before 1.0.14, allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a PNG data stream that has more IDAT data than indicated by the IHDR chunk.. EPSS estimates a 2.09% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the progressive reader for libpng 1.2.x before 1.2.4, and 1.0.x before 1.0.14, allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a PNG data stream that has more IDAT data than indicated by the IHDR chunk.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Greg Roelofs | Libpng | 1.0.14 |
| Greg Roelofs | Libpng | 1.2.4 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0728?
Buffer overflow in the progressive reader for libpng 1.2.x before 1.2.4, and 1.0.x before 1.0.14, allows attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a PNG data stream that has more IDAT data than indicated by the IHDR chunk.
How severe is CVE-2002-0728?
Severity scoring for CVE-2002-0728 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.09% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0728?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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