Vulnerability Description
The gdk_pixbuf__gif_image_load function in gdk-pixbuf/io-gif.c in gdk-pixbuf before 2.23.5 does not properly handle certain return values, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a crafted GIF image file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnome | Gdk-Pixbuf | <= 2.23.3 |
References
- http://ftp.gnome.org/pub/GNOME/sources/gdk-pixbuf/2.23/gdk-pixbuf-2.23.5.news
- http://git.gnome.org/browse/gdk-pixbuf/commit/?id=f8569bb13e2aa1584dde61ca545144ExploitPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45656Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49715Vendor Advisory
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201206-20.xml
- http://ftp.gnome.org/pub/GNOME/sources/gdk-pixbuf/2.23/gdk-pixbuf-2.23.5.news
- http://git.gnome.org/browse/gdk-pixbuf/commit/?id=f8569bb13e2aa1584dde61ca545144ExploitPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45656Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/49715Vendor Advisory
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-201206-20.xml
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-2485?
CVE-2011-2485 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). The gdk_pixbuf__gif_image_load function in gdk-pixbuf/io-gif.c in gdk-pixbuf before 2.23.5 does not properly handle certain return values, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (m...
How severe is CVE-2011-2485?
CVE-2011-2485 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-2485?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnome Gdk-Pixbuf.