A remote overflow exists in libpng. The library function png_handle_tRNS fails to perform a length check on PNG images resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted PNG file, an attacker can cause the execution of code resulting in a loss of integrity.
Classification
Location:
Remote / Network Access
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Public
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Upgrade to version 1.2.6 release candidate 1 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds. Users of the older 1.0 series should upgrade to libpng-1.0.16 release candidate 1 or higher.
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