Vulnerability Description
The read_image_tga function in gd_tga.c in the GD Graphics Library (aka libgd) before 2.2.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted TGA file, related to the decompression buffer.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libgd | Libgd | <= 2.2.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3777
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96503Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/blob/gd-2.2.4/CHANGELOG.mdRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/commit/58b6dde319c301b0eae27d12e2a659e067d80558PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/commit/fb0e0cce0b9f25389ab56604c3547351617e1415PatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3777
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96503Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/blob/gd-2.2.4/CHANGELOG.mdRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/commit/58b6dde319c301b0eae27d12e2a659e067d80558PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/commit/fb0e0cce0b9f25389ab56604c3547351617e1415PatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6906?
CVE-2016-6906 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The read_image_tga function in gd_tga.c in the GD Graphics Library (aka libgd) before 2.2.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted TGA file, related to...
How severe is CVE-2016-6906?
CVE-2016-6906 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-6906?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libgd Libgd.