CVE-2004-0598
UnknownEPSS 6.15%
Last modified
CVE-2004-0598 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The png_handle_iCCP function in libpng 1.2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a certain PNG image that triggers a null dereference.. EPSS estimates a 6.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The png_handle_iCCP function in libpng 1.2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a certain PNG image that triggers a null dereference.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Greg Roelofs | Libpng | <= 1.2.5 |
References
- http://scary.beasts.org/security/CESA-2004-001.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-536Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200408-03.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200408-22.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/236656Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2004_23_libpng.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-402.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-429.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10857Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.net/errata/2004/0040/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA04-217A.htmlThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://scary.beasts.org/security/CESA-2004-001.txtExploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-536Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200408-03.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200408-22.xmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/236656Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2004_23_libpng.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-402.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2004-429.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10857Exploit, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.trustix.net/errata/2004/0040/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA04-217A.htmlThird Party Advisory, US Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2004-0598?
The png_handle_iCCP function in libpng 1.2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a certain PNG image that triggers a null dereference.
How severe is CVE-2004-0598?
Severity scoring for CVE-2004-0598 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0598?
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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