SB2020061042 - OpenSUSE Linux update for GraphicsMagick



SB2020061042 - OpenSUSE Linux update for GraphicsMagick

Published: June 10, 2020 Updated: December 27, 2022

Security Bulletin ID SB2020061042
Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

High 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2020-12672)

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

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the "ReadMNGImage" in coders/png.c. A remote attacker can trigger heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.