CVE-2020-11538: Out-of-Bounds Read Vulnerability in Pillow
Summary
CVE-2020-11538: In libImaging/SgiRleDecode.c in Pillow through 7.0.0, a number of out-of-bounds reads exist in the parsing of SGI image files, a different issue than CVE-2020-5311. Affects pillow versions < 7.0.1. Fixed in 7.0.1. How to fix ↓
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Background
Pillow is a popular Python library used for image processing tasks. It provides a wide range of functionality for opening, manipulating, and saving various image file formats. However, the library is susceptible to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in the parsing of SGI image files.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerability, identified as CVE-2020-11538, allows an attacker to read data outside the boundaries of an allocated buffer. This issue arises due to improper bounds checking during the parsing of SGI image files. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to disclose sensitive information or potentially execute arbitrary code on a system.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
7.0.1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the recommended fix by updating the Pillow library to the latest version.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the CVE-2020-11538 vulnerability in Pillow exposes systems to potential data disclosure or arbitrary code execution. It is crucial to update the Pillow library to version 7.0.0 or later to mitigate this vulnerability. For further support on vulnerability remediation, please contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
Pillow is a Python library used for image processing tasks, such as opening, manipulating, and saving various image file formats.
This vulnerability could allow an attacker to read sensitive data or potentially execute arbitrary code on a system.
To fix this vulnerability, update the Pillow library to version 7.0.0 or later.
No workaround has been provided for this vulnerability. Updating the library to the fixed version is the recommended solution.
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the provided source link: https://github.com/bitnami/vulndb/tree/main/data/pillow/BIT-pillow-2020-11538.json
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