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Debian 11: libsdl2 Important Memory Leak Denial of Service DLA-4382-1

A security vulnerability has been discovered in SDL2, the Simple DirectMedia Layer library. This issue is related to memory leak, which might result in a denial of service. . - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian LTS Advisory DLA-4382-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Thorsten Alteholz November 25, 2025 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : libsdl2 Version : 2.0.14+dfsg2-3+deb11u2 CVE ID : CVE-2022-4743 A security vulnerability has been discovered in SDL2, the Simple DirectMedia Layer library. This issue is related to memory leak, which might result in a denial of service. For Debian 11 bullseye, this problem has been fixed in version 2.0.14+dfsg2-3+deb11u2. We recommend that you upgrade your libsdl2 packages. For the detailed security status of libsdl2 please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/libsdl2 Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . Upgrade libsdl2 to fix denial of service risks due to a memory leak found in the SDL2 library. Critical security advisory.. libsdl2 security update, Debian security advisory, memory leak mitigation. . Severity: Important. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Nov 25, 2025 Important Debian LTS
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Gentoo: GLSA-202305-18 Normal Severity: libsdl2 Code Execution Flaws

Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in libsdl2, the worst of which could result in arbitrary code execution.. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Gentoo Linux Security Advisory GLSA 202305-18 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - https://security.gentoo.org/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Severity: Normal Title: libsdl2: Multiple Vulnerabilities Date: May 03, 2023 Bugs: #836665, #890614 ID: 202305-18 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Synopsis ======= Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in libsdl2, the worst of which could result in arbitrary code execution. Background ========= Simple DirectMedia Layer is a cross-platform development library designed to provide low level access to audio, keyboard, mouse, joystick, and graphics hardware via OpenGL and Direct3D. Affected packages ================ ------------------------------------------------------------------- Package / Vulnerable / Unaffected ------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 media-libs/libsdl2 < 2.26.0 > = 2.26.0 Description ========== Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in libsdl2. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details. Impact ===== Please review the referenced CVE identifiers for details. Workaround ========= There is no known workaround at this time. Resolution ========= All libsdl2 users should upgrade to the latest version: # emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose "> =media-libs/libsdl2-2.26.0" References ========= [ 1 ] CVE-2021-33657 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2021-33657 [ 2 ] CVE-2022-4743 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2022-4743 Availability =========== This GLSA and any updates to it are available forviewing at the Gentoo Security Website: https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202305-18 Concerns? ======== Security is a primary focus of Gentoo Linux and ensuring the confidentiality and security of our users' machines is of utmost importance to us. Any security concerns should be addressed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or alternatively, you may file a bug at https://bugs.gentoo.org. License ====== Copyright 2023 Gentoo Foundation, Inc; referenced text belongs to its owner(s). The contents of this document are licensed under the Creative Commons - Attribution / Share Alike license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5/ . Several security flaws identified in libsdl2 for Gentoo Linux; the most critical may enable unrestricted code execution.. Gentoo Linux,libraries,code execution,security advisory,software updates. . LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 May 03, 2023 Gentoo
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Debian 10 Buster: DLA-3314-1 Moderate: libsdl2 DoS Code Execution

Several security vulnerabilities have been discovered in SDL2, the Simple DirectMedia Layer library. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to cause a denial of service or result in the execution of arbitrary code if malformed images or sound files are processed. . -------------------------------------------------------------------------Debian LTS Advisory DLA-3314-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Markus Koschany February 09, 2023 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS -------------------------------------------------------------------------Package : libsdl2 Version : 2.0.9+dfsg1-1+deb10u1 CVE ID : CVE-2019-7572 CVE-2019-7573 CVE-2019-7574 CVE-2019-7575 CVE-2019-7576 CVE-2019-7577 CVE-2019-7578 CVE-2019-7635 CVE-2019-7636 CVE-2019-7638 CVE-2019-13616 CVE-2019-13626 CVE-2020-14409 CVE-2020-14410 CVE-2021-33657 CVE-2022-4743 Debian Bug : 924610 1014577 Several security vulnerabilities have been discovered in SDL2, the Simple DirectMedia Layer library. These vulnerabilities may allow an attacker to cause a denial of service or result in the execution of arbitrary code if malformed images or sound files are processed. For Debian 10 buster, these problems have been fixed in version 2.0.9+dfsg1-1+deb10u1. We recommend that you upgrade your libsdl2 packages. For the detailed security status of libsdl2 please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/libsdl2 Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . Vulnerabilities addressed in libsdl2 for Debian 10 buster, safeguarding against potential arbitrary code execution and denial of service attacks.. Debian Security Updates, SDL2 Vulnerabilities, Code Execution Risks. .LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Feb 08, 2023 Debian LTS
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Debian 9 LTS DLA-2803-1 Critical: Libsdl2 Overflow Risk Mitigated

A vulnerability has been fixed in libsdl2, the newer version of the Simple DirectMedia Layer library that provides low level access to audio, keyboard, mouse, joystick, and graphics hardware. . - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian LTS Advisory DLA-2803-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Adrian Bunk October 31, 2021 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : libsdl2 Version : 2.0.5+dfsg1-2+deb9u2 CVE ID : CVE-2017-2888 CVE-2019-7637 Debian Bug : 878264 A vulnerability has been fixed in libsdl2, the newer version of the Simple DirectMedia Layer library that provides low level access to audio, keyboard, mouse, joystick, and graphics hardware. CVE-2017-2888 CVE-2019-7637 Potential overflow in surface allocation was fixed. For Debian 9 stretch, these problems have been fixed in version 2.0.5+dfsg1-2+deb9u2. We recommend that you upgrade your libsdl2 packages. For the detailed security status of libsdl2 please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/libsdl2 Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . A significant security notice has been issued for Debian pertaining to the libsdl2 library, highlighting a possible buffer overflow flaw.. Debian LTS, Libsdl2 Overflow Fix, Security Advisory, Open Source Software. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Oct 31, 2021 Critical Debian LTS
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Gentoo: GLSA-202107-55 Low Severity SDL 2 Denial of Service Risks

Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in libsdl2, the worst of which could result in a Denial of Service condition.. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Gentoo Linux Security Advisory GLSA 202107-55 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - https://security.gentoo.org/ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Severity: Low Title: SDL 2: Multiple vulnerabilities Date: July 24, 2021 Bugs: #766204 ID: 202107-55 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Synopsis ======= Multiple vulnerabilities have been found in libsdl2, the worst of which could result in a Denial of Service condition. Background ========= Simple DirectMedia Layer is a cross-platform development library designed to provide low level access to audio, keyboard, mouse, joystick, and graphics hardware via OpenGL and Direct3D. Affected packages ================ ------------------------------------------------------------------- Package / Vulnerable / Unaffected ------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 media-libs/libsdl2 < 2.0.14-r1 > = 2.0.14-r1 Description ========== Multiple vulnerabilities have been discovered in SDL 2. Please review the CVE identifiers referenced below for details. Impact ===== Please review the referenced CVE identifiers for details. Workaround ========= There is no known workaround at this time. Resolution ========= All SDL 2 users should upgrade to the latest version: # emerge --sync # emerge --ask --oneshot --verbose "> =media-libs/libsdl2-2.0.14-r1" References ========= [ 1 ] CVE-2020-14409 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-14409 [ 2 ] CVE-2020-14410 https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2020-14410 Availability =========== This GLSA and any updates to it are available forviewing at the Gentoo Security Website: https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/202107-55 Concerns? ======== Security is a primary focus of Gentoo Linux and ensuring the confidentiality and security of our users' machines is of utmost importance to us. Any security concerns should be addressed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or alternatively, you may file a bug at https://bugs.gentoo.org. License ====== Copyright 2021 Gentoo Foundation, Inc; referenced text belongs to its owner(s). The contents of this document are licensed under the Creative Commons - Attribution / Share Alike license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.5/ . SDL 2 on Gentoo Linux is affected by several minor vulnerabilities. It's advisable to upgrade to mitigate possible Denial of Service scenarios.. Gentoo Linux, SDL 2, Denial of Service. . Severity: Low. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Jul 23, 2021 Low Gentoo
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Debian 10 Buster: DLA-2874-2 Critical: Libpng Memory Leak Issue

Several issues have been found in libsdl2, a library for portable low level access to a video framebuffer, audio output, mouse, and keyboard. All issues are related to either buffer overflow, integer overflow or . - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian LTS Advisory DLA-2536-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Thorsten Alteholz January 30, 2021 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS - ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : libsdl2 Version : 2.0.5+dfsg1-2+deb9u1 CVE ID : CVE-2019-7575 CVE-2019-7577 CVE-2019-7578 CVE-2019-7635 CVE-2019-7636 CVE-2019-7638 CVE-2019-13616 CVE-2020-14409 CVE-2020-14410 Several issues have been found in libsdl2, a library for portable low level access to a video framebuffer, audio output, mouse, and keyboard. All issues are related to either buffer overflow, integer overflow or heap-based buffer over-read, resulting in a DoS or remote code execution by using crafted files of different formats. For Debian 9 stretch, these problems have been fixed in version 2.0.5+dfsg1-2+deb9u1. We recommend that you upgrade your libsdl2 packages. For the detailed security status of libsdl2 please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/libsdl2 Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . The recent Debian LTS announcement concerning libsdl2 tackles crucial security weaknesses, notably encompassing buffer and integer overflow flaws.. Debian LTS, LibSDL2 Security, Buffer Overflow Fix, DoS Threats. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Jan 30, 2021 Critical Debian LTS
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Debian 8: DLA-1714-2 Critical Regression Fix for Libsdl2

The update of libsdl2 released as DLA 1714-1 led to several regressions, as reported by Avital Ostromich. These regressions are caused by libsdl1.2 patches for CVE-2019-7637, CVE-2019-7635, CVE-2019-7638 and CVE-2019-7636 being applied to libsdl2 without adaptations. . Package : libsdl2 Version : 2.0.2+dfsg1-6+deb8u2 CVE ID : CVE-2019-7572 CVE-2019-7573 CVE-2019-7574 CVE-2019-7575 CVE-2019-7576 CVE-2019-7577 CVE-2019-7578 CVE-2019-7635 CVE-2019-7636 CVE-2019-7637 CVE-2019-7638 The update of libsdl2 released as DLA 1714-1 led to several regressions, as reported by Avital Ostromich. These regressions are caused by libsdl1.2 patches for CVE-2019-7637, CVE-2019-7635, CVE-2019-7638 and CVE-2019-7636 being applied to libsdl2 without adaptations. For Debian 8 "Jessie", this problem has been fixed in version 2.0.2+dfsg1-6+deb8u2. We recommend that you upgrade your libsdl2 packages. Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . Patch notes for libsdl2 correcting issues introduced by previous updates. Please update to version 2.0.2+dfsg1-6+deb8u2 to resolve these problems.. libsdl2 Update, Debian Security, Regression Fix, Software Patch. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Oct 17, 2019 Critical Debian LTS
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Debian 8: DLA-1714-1 Critical: Libsdl2 Buffer Overflow Issues

Multiple buffer overflow security issues have been found in libsdl2, a library that allows low level access to a video frame buffer, audio output, mouse, and keyboard. . Package : libsdl2 Version : 2.0.2+dfsg1-6+deb8u1 CVE ID : CVE-2019-7572 CVE-2019-7573 CVE-2019-7574 CVE-2019-7575 CVE-2019-7576 CVE-2019-7577 CVE-2019-7578 CVE-2019-7635 CVE-2019-7636 CVE-2019-7637 CVE-2019-7638 Multiple buffer overflow security issues have been found in libsdl2, a library that allows low level access to a video frame buffer, audio output, mouse, and keyboard. For Debian 8 "Jessie", these problems have been fixed in version 2.0.2+dfsg1-6+deb8u1. We recommend that you upgrade your libsdl2 packages. Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . Debian 9 "Stretch" addresses various security vulnerabilities in libsdl2 with the package version 2.0.5+dfsg1-3+deb9u1 update.. Security Update, Debian LTS, Buffer Overflow, Libsdl2, Software Upgrade. . Severity: Critical. LinuxSecurity.com Team

Calendar 2 Mar 13, 2019 Critical Debian LTS
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