Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetUID function in src-IL/src/il_dicom.c in DevIL 1.7.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted DICOM file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Denton Woods | Devil | 1.7.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-January/033806.ht
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-January/033809.ht
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37507Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37955
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-51/Vendor Advisory
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/?func=detail&aid=2908728&group_id=4470&atid=30447
- http://sourceforge.net/tracker/download.php?group_id=4470&atid=304470&file_id=35Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508217/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37207
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54547
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-January/033806.ht
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-January/033809.ht
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37507Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37955
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-51/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3994?
CVE-2009-3994 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the GetUID function in src-IL/src/il_dicom.c in DevIL 1.7.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a craf...
How severe is CVE-2009-3994?
CVE-2009-3994 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-3994?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Denton Woods Devil.