CVE-2024-41437
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.37%
Last modified
CVE-2024-41437 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A heap buffer overflow in the function cp_unfilter() (/vendor/cute_png.h) of hicolor v0.5.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted PNG file.. EPSS estimates a 0.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A heap buffer overflow in the function cp_unfilter() (/vendor/cute_png.h) of hicolor v0.5.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted PNG file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dbohdan | Hicolor | 0.5.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Helson-S/FuzzyTesting/blob/master/hicolor/heapof-r1-cp_unfilter-cute_png-1019c11/poc/sample6.pngExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Helson-S/FuzzyTesting/tree/master/hicolor/heapof-r1-cp_unfilter-cute_png-1019c11Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Helson-S/FuzzyTesting/tree/master/hicolor/heapof-r1-cp_unfilter-cute_png-1019c11/pocExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Helson-S/FuzzyTesting/blob/master/hicolor/heapof-r1-cp_unfilter-cute_png-1019c11/poc/sample6.pngExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Helson-S/FuzzyTesting/tree/master/hicolor/heapof-r1-cp_unfilter-cute_png-1019c11Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Helson-S/FuzzyTesting/tree/master/hicolor/heapof-r1-cp_unfilter-cute_png-1019c11/pocExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2024-41437?
A heap buffer overflow in the function cp_unfilter() (/vendor/cute_png.h) of hicolor v0.5.0 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted PNG file.
How severe is CVE-2024-41437?
CVE-2024-41437 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2024-41437?
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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