CVE-2019-14369
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 1.12%
Last modified
CVE-2019-14369 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Exiv2::PngImage::readMetadata() in pngimage.cpp in Exiv2 0.27.99.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted image file.. EPSS estimates a 1.12% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Exiv2::PngImage::readMetadata() in pngimage.cpp in Exiv2 0.27.99.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted image file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Exiv2 | Exiv2 | 0.27.99.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/953Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/01/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Exiv2/exiv2/issues/953Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2023/01/msg00004.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-14369?
Exiv2::PngImage::readMetadata() in pngimage.cpp in Exiv2 0.27.99.0 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted image file.
How severe is CVE-2019-14369?
CVE-2019-14369 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.12% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14369?
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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