CVE-2008-6218
UnknownEPSS 2.31%
Last modified
CVE-2008-6218 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Memory leak in the png_handle_tEXt function in pngrutil.c in libpng before 1.2.33 rc02 and 1.4.0 beta36 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a crafted PNG file.. EPSS estimates a 2.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Memory leak in the png_handle_tEXt function in pngrutil.c in libpng before 1.2.33 rc02 and 1.4.0 beta36 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a crafted PNG file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.0 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.1 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.2 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.3 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.4 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.5 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.6 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.7 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.8 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.9 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.10 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.11 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.13 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.14 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.15 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.16 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.17 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.18 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.19 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.20 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.21 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.22 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.23 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.24 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.25 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.26 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.27 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.28 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.29 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.30 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.31 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.32 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.2.33 | — |
| Libpng | Libpng | 1.4.0 | Beta36 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32418Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32418Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-6218?
Memory leak in the png_handle_tEXt function in pngrutil.c in libpng before 1.2.33 rc02 and 1.4.0 beta36 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a crafted PNG file.
How severe is CVE-2008-6218?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-6218 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6218?
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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