Vulnerability Description
The dynamicGetbuf function 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 TIFF image.
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/2016/dsa-3693
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95840
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/blob/gd-2.2.4/CHANGELOG.mdIssue TrackingPatchRelease Notes
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/commit/4859d69e07504d4b0a4bdf9bcb4d9e3769ca35aeIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/pull/353Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3693
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95840
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/blob/gd-2.2.4/CHANGELOG.mdIssue TrackingPatchRelease Notes
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/commit/4859d69e07504d4b0a4bdf9bcb4d9e3769ca35aeIssue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libgd/libgd/pull/353Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-6911?
CVE-2016-6911 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The dynamicGetbuf function 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 TIFF image.
How severe is CVE-2016-6911?
CVE-2016-6911 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-2016-6911?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libgd Libgd.