Buffer Over-read Vulnerability in Pillow Image Processing Library
CVE-2022-22816

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Python

Status
Pillow
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 January 2022

What is CVE-2022-22816?

A buffer over-read vulnerability exists in the path_getbbox function of the Pillow library prior to version 9.0.0. This issue arises during the initialization of ImagePath.Path, potentially allowing for unintended memory access. Attackers may exploit this flaw to manipulate or retrieve sensitive information, highlighting the importance of updating to secure versions. Users are urged to review the latest security advisories and consider applying the necessary patches to safeguard their applications.

References

https://pillow.readthedocs.io/en/stable/releasenotes/9.0....
https://github.com/python-pillow/Pillow/blob/c5d9223a8b5e...
https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2022/01/msg0...
mailing-list

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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CVE-2022-22816 : Buffer Over-read Vulnerability in Pillow Image Processing Library