Integer Wraparound Vulnerability in gdk-pixbuf Affects Multiple Platforms

CVE-2021-20240

What is CVE-2021-20240?

A vulnerability exists in gdk-pixbuf that may allow an attacker to exploit an integer wraparound issue when processing specially crafted GIF images. This flaw can lead to out-of-bounds writes, potentially leading to application crashes or allowing malicious code execution on the target system. The risk associated with this vulnerability primarily concerns data integrity and confidentiality, as well as overall system availability, making it crucial for users and administrators to apply updates promptly.

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