SB2015111501 - Ubuntu update for libgd2



SB2015111501 - Ubuntu update for libgd2

Published: November 15, 2015

Security Bulletin ID SB2015111501
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2004-0941)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The weakness exists due to buffer overflow. A remote attacker can execute arbitrary code via specially crafted image files that trigger the overflows due to improper calls to the gdMalloc function.

Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.