Integer Overflow Vulnerability in imlib2 Affects Multiple Image Formats

CVE-2006-4806

Summary

The imlib2 library contains multiple integer overflow vulnerabilities that can be triggered by specially crafted images in formats such as ARGB, PNG, LBM, JPEG, and TIFF. These vulnerabilities can lead to denial of service due to application crashes, and in certain conditions, they may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code. User-assisted remote exploitation is a key risk, making it essential for users of imlib2 to ensure they utilize patched versions or implement mitigation strategies.

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