SB2013121701 - Slackware Linux update for libjpeg
Published: December 17, 2013
Security Bulletin ID
SB2013121701
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities
1
Exploitation vector
Remote access
Highest impact
Information disclosure
Breakdown by Severity
- Low
- Medium
- High
- Critical
Description
This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.
1) Information disclosure (CVE-ID: CVE-2013-6629)
The vulnerability allows a local user to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to an error in get_sos() function in jdmarker.c file within the libjpeg and libjpeg-turbo libraries when processing JPEG files. A remote attacker can create a specially crafeted JPEG file and read parts of unallocated memory on the system.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may allow an attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
Remediation
Install update from vendor's website.