Integer Overflow Vulnerability in LittleCMS Affecting Firefox and GIMP
CVE-2009-0723

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Mozilla

Vendor
CVE Published:
23 March 2009

What is CVE-2009-0723?

An integer overflow vulnerability exists in LittleCMS, which can be exploited via specially crafted image files. When these files are processed, it may lead to a heap-based buffer overflow, potentially allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the affected application. This vulnerability is particularly concerning for users of applications like Firefox and GIMP that rely on LittleCMS.

References

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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The Cyber Security Vulnerability Database.