CVE-2023-48161
HIGHCVSS 7.1/10EPSS 0.42%
Last modified
CVE-2023-48161 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer Overflow vulnerability in GifLib Project GifLib v.5.2.1 allows a local attacker to obtain sensitive information via the DumpSCreen2RGB function in gif2rgb.c. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in GifLib Project GifLib v.5.2.1 allows a local attacker to obtain sensitive information via the DumpSCreen2RGB function in gif2rgb.c
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Giflib Project | Giflib | 5.2.1 |
References
- https://github.com/tacetool/TACE#cve-2023-48161Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/giflib/bugs/167/Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://github.com/tacetool/TACE#cve-2023-48161Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/giflib/bugs/167/Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-48161?
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in GifLib Project GifLib v.5.2.1 allows a local attacker to obtain sensitive information via the DumpSCreen2RGB function in gif2rgb.c
How severe is CVE-2023-48161?
CVE-2023-48161 has a CVSS score of 7.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-48161?
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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