Vulnerability Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the mt_codec::getHdrHead function in kernel/kls_hdr/fmt_codec_hdr.cpp in ksquirrel-libs 0.8.0 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Radiance RGBE image (aka .hdr file).
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Dmitry Baryshev | Ksquirrel-Libs | 0.8.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33469Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2008-63/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501228/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33902
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0528Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48901
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33469Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2008-63/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/501228/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33902
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/0528Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48901
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5263?
CVE-2008-5263 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the mt_codec::getHdrHead function in kernel/kls_hdr/fmt_codec_hdr.cpp in ksquirrel-libs 0.8.0 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a...
How severe is CVE-2008-5263?
CVE-2008-5263 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5263?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Dmitry Baryshev Ksquirrel-Libs.