CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-1046

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The kimgio library in KDE 3.4.0 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability when processing PCX image files. A remote attacker can exploit this by sending a crafted PCX file, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves remote code execution without authentication, which could allow an attacker to take control of the victim's system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update KDE to a version later than 3.4.0 where this vulnerability is fixed. Also avoid opening PCX files from untrusted sources.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflow in the kimgio library for KDE 3.4.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted PCX image file.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS