CVE-2019-5058 : Security Advisory and Response
Learn about CVE-2019-5058 impacting SDL2_image 2.0.4. Discover the high severity vulnerability allowing code execution via manipulated XCF images. Find mitigation steps and patching advice here.
SDL2_image 2.0.4 has a vulnerability in its XCF image rendering feature that can be exploited to execute code through a heap overflow. This CVE-2019-5058 impacts systems using SDL_Image 2.0.4.
Understanding CVE-2019-5058
SDL2_image 2.0.4 vulnerability with a high CVSS base score of 8.8.
What is CVE-2019-5058?
An exploitable code execution vulnerability in SDL2_image 2.0.4's XCF image rendering feature allows attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating XCF images.
The Impact of CVE-2019-5058
- CVSS Base Score: 8.8 (High)
- Attack Vector: Network
- Attack Complexity: Low
- Privileges Required: None
- User Interaction: Required
- Confidentiality Impact: High
- Integrity Impact: High
- Availability Impact: High
Technical Details of CVE-2019-5058
SDL2_image 2.0.4 vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
- CWE-122: Heap-based Buffer Overflow
- A specially crafted XCF image triggers a heap overflow, leading to code execution.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: SDL
- Version: SDL_Image 2.0.4
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attacker manipulates XCF image to cause a heap overflow and execute arbitrary code.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate and prevent CVE-2019-5058.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor patches and updates promptly.
- Avoid opening XCF images from untrusted sources.
- Monitor vendor advisories for security patches.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and libraries.
- Implement network security measures to detect and block malicious activities.
Patching and Updates
- Install the latest SDL2_image patches and updates to address the vulnerability.