GIMP PSD File Parsing Heap-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
CVE-2023-44442

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gimp

Status
Gimp
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 May 2024

What is CVE-2023-44442?

A vulnerability in GIMP arises from improper validation of user-supplied data length when parsing PSD files, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations by tricking users into interacting with malicious files or webpages. The lack of sufficient checks on data sizes enables potential exploitation, resulting in significant security risks.

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Affected Version(s)

GIMP GIMP 2.10.34 (revision 2)

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-23-1594/
x_research-advisory
https://www.gimp.org/news/2023/11/07/gimp-2-10-36-released/
vendor-advisory

EPSS Score

58% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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

CVSS V3.0

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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