Heap-based Buffer Over-read in CImg Software by D.Tschump
CVE-2018-7640

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Cimg

Status
Cimg
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 March 2018

What is CVE-2018-7640?

A vulnerability in CImg software version 220 allows for a heap-based buffer over-read when specifically loading crafted BMP images. This issue, which occurs in a monochrome scenario, can potentially lead to unintended data access or manipulation, presenting security risks to users relying on this image processing library.

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References

https://github.com/dtschump/CImg/issues/185
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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