Vulnerability Description
An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the XMP image handling functionality of the FreeImage library. A specially crafted XMP file can cause an arbitrary memory overwrite resulting in code execution. An attacker can provide a malicious image to trigger this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freeimage Project | Freeimage | 3.17.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93287
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0189/MitigationTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-68
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3925-1/
- https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2019-5072801.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93287
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0189/MitigationTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-68
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3925-1/
- https://www.oracle.com/technetwork/security-advisory/cpujan2019-5072801.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5684?
CVE-2016-5684 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability exists in the XMP image handling functionality of the FreeImage library. A specially crafted XMP file can cause an arbitrary memory overwrite resulting...
How severe is CVE-2016-5684?
CVE-2016-5684 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-5684?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freeimage Project Freeimage.