Debian: DSA-2446-1: libpng security update
Debian: DSA-2446-1: libpng security update
It was discovered that incorrect memory handling in the png_set_text2() function of the PNG library could lead to the execution of arbitrary code.
-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian Security Advisory DSA-2446-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/security/ Moritz Muehlenhoff April 04, 2012 https://www.debian.org/security/faq - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : libpng Vulnerability : incorrect memory handling Problem type : local(remote) Debian-specific: no CVE ID : CVE-2011-3048 It was discovered that incorrect memory handling in the png_set_text2() function of the PNG library could lead to the execution of arbitrary code. For the stable distribution (squeeze), this problem has been fixed in version libpng_1.2.44-1+squeeze4. For the unstable distribution (sid), this problem will be fixed soon. We recommend that you upgrade your incorrect memory handling packages. Further information about Debian Security Advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://www.debian.org/security/ Mailing list: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.