CVE-2019-12212
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CVE-2019-12212 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. When FreeImage 3.18.0 reads a special JXR file, the StreamCalcIFDSize function of JXRMeta.c repeatedly calls itself due to improper processing of the file, eventually causing stack exhaustion. An attacker can achieve a remote denial of service attack by sending a specially constructed file.. EPSS estimates a 1.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
When FreeImage 3.18.0 reads a special JXR file, the StreamCalcIFDSize function of JXRMeta.c repeatedly calls itself due to improper processing of the file, eventually causing stack exhaustion. An attacker can achieve a remote denial of service attack by sending a specially constructed file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freeimage Project | Freeimage | 3.18.0 |
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/freeimage/discussion/36111/thread/e06734bed5/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/freeimage/discussion/36111/thread/e06734bed5/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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