Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Imlib2 BMP Loader Affects Multiple Platforms

CVE-2004-0802

Summary

A buffer overflow has been identified in the BMP loader of Imlib2 versions prior to 1.1.2. This vulnerability enables remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code by sending specially crafted BMP images to an affected system. This issue highlights the importance of validating input and ensuring proper memory management to prevent unauthorized access and security breaches. Users are advised to update their Imlib2 installations to the latest versions to mitigate this risk.

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