imlib2 - Multiple Vulnerabilities
Summary
DSA-3537-1: imlib2 - security update. Affects imlib2 versions < 1.4.5-1+deb7u1. Fixed in 1.4.5-1+deb7u1. How to fix ↓
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Background
imlib2 is an image manipulation library used for various image processing tasks. It provides functions for loading, saving, and manipulating images in different formats. The library is widely used in Debian distributions, including Debian 7 (wheezy) and Debian 8 (jessie). However, several vulnerabilities have been discovered in imlib2, which could lead to program crashes and potential security breaches.
Vulnerability Detail
The vulnerabilities in imlib2 include:
- CVE-2014-9762: Opening GIFs without a colormap can cause a segmentation fault.
- CVE-2014-9763: Handling PNM files may result in divisions by zero and program crashes.
- CVE-2014-9764: Opening GIFs with feh can lead to a segmentation fault.
These vulnerabilities can be exploited by attackers to crash programs using imlib2 or potentially execute arbitrary code.
How To Fix
Minimum fixed version
1.4.5-1+deb7u1
This is the first release that contains the fix.
sudo apt-get install --only-upgrade imlib2Tip — Not sure which version your app runs? Vulert can match this fix to it. Scan free →
Workaround
There are no specific workarounds mentioned for these vulnerabilities.
Conclusion
Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in imlib2, which can lead to program crashes and potential security breaches. It is crucial to upgrade the imlib2 packages to the recommended versions to mitigate these vulnerabilities. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
imlib2 is an image manipulation library used for various image processing tasks.
These vulnerabilities can lead to program crashes and potential security breaches.
Debian 7 (wheezy) and Debian 8 (jessie) are affected by these vulnerabilities.
You can fix these vulnerabilities by upgrading the imlib2 packages to the recommended versions.
No specific workarounds are mentioned for these vulnerabilities.
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