Vulnerability Description
The bm_new function in bitmap.h in potrace before 1.13 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and crash) via a crafted BMP 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Potrace Project | Potrace | <= 1.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/18/11Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/12Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93778Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/08/08/potrace-divide-by-zero-in-bm_new-bitmap-Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/18/11Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/12Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93778Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/08/08/potrace-divide-by-zero-in-bm_new-bitmap-Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8697?
CVE-2016-8697 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The bm_new function in bitmap.h in potrace before 1.13 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and crash) via a crafted BMP image.
How severe is CVE-2016-8697?
CVE-2016-8697 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-2016-8697?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Potrace Project Potrace.