Title: GIMP XCF Parsing xcf_load_vector() Function Overflow
Info
Disclosure
Jul 06, 2006
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
A remote overflow exists in Gimp. The xcf_load_vector() function fails to handle XCF files with a large 'num_axes' value resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted XCF file, an attacker can execute remote arbitrary code or cause denial of service resulting in a loss of integrity or availability.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Denial of Service,
Input Manipulation,
Other
Impact:
Loss of Integrity,
Loss of Availability
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 2.2.12 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.