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CVE-2010-1519

6.8 · MEDIUM

Multiple integer overflows in glpng.c in glpng 1.45 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PNG image, related to (1) the pngLoadRawF function and (2) the pngLoadF…

Published Aug 16, 2010glpngCWE-189EPSS 1.96%

Overview

CVE-2010-1519 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting glpng glpng. It was published on August 16, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple integer overflows in glpng.c in glpng 1.45 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PNG image, related to (1) the pngLoadRawF function and (2) the pngLoadF function, leading to heap-based buffer overflows.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from glpng. Update glpng to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-1519?

CVE-2010-1519 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting glpng glpng. It was published on August 16, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2010-1519?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2010-1519?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from glpng. Update glpng to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2010-1519?

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