Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the ft_var_readpackedpoints function in truetype/ttgxvar.c in FreeType 2.4.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted TrueType GX font.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freetype | Freetype | <= 2.4.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=602221
- http://git.savannah.gnu.org/cgit/freetype/freetype2.git/commit/?id=59eb9f8cfe7d1
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jul/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Jul/msg00001.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00003.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00005.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011/Mar/msg00006.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-November/050965.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-November/051231.h
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-November/051251.h
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42289
- http://secunia.com/advisories/42295
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43138
- http://secunia.com/advisories/48951
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4564
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-3855?
CVE-2010-3855 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in the ft_var_readpackedpoints function in truetype/ttgxvar.c in FreeType 2.4.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute...
How severe is CVE-2010-3855?
CVE-2010-3855 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-2010-3855?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freetype Freetype.