CVE Catalog

CVE-2017-16796

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

In SWFTools 0.9.2, the png_load function in lib/png.c does not check the return value of a realloc call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid write and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors involving an IDAT tag in a crafted PNG file.

Risk Assessment

This vulnerability may lead to application crashes, disrupting service availability. There is also a risk of unspecified impact on the system if exploited by attackers.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update SWFTools to the latest version that includes security patches. Additionally, monitoring and analyzing PNG files uploaded to the system is advisable to detect potential attacks.

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Original NVD description (English source)

In SWFTools 0.9.2, the png_load function in lib/png.c does not check the return value of a realloc call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid write and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via vectors involving an IDAT tag in a crafted PNG file.

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