CVE-2016-5637
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CVE-2016-5637 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The restore_tqb_pixels function in libbpg 0.9.5 through 0.9.7 mishandles the transquant_bypass_enable_flag value, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted BPG image, related to a "type confusion" issue.. EPSS estimates a 2.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The restore_tqb_pixels function in libbpg 0.9.5 through 0.9.7 mishandles the transquant_bypass_enable_flag value, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted BPG image, related to a "type confusion" issue.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libbpg Project | Libbpg | >= 0.9.5, <= 0.9.7 |
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/123799Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91726Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/123799Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91726Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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