Vulnerability Description
The JPEG library in media-libs/jpeg before 6b-r7 on Gentoo Linux is built without the -maxmem feature, which could allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) via a crafted JPEG file that exceeds the intended memory limits.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gentoo | Media-Libs Jpeg | 6b |
| Gentoo | Linux | All versions |
References
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=130889
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20563PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200606-11.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/26317
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31451
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=130889
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20563PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200606-11.xmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/26317
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/31451
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-3005?
CVE-2006-3005 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The JPEG library in media-libs/jpeg before 6b-r7 on Gentoo Linux is built without the -maxmem feature, which could allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory exhaustion) vi...
How severe is CVE-2006-3005?
CVE-2006-3005 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-3005?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gentoo Media-Libs Jpeg, Gentoo Linux.