Buffer overflow in Libsdl Sdl2_image

CVE-2019-5057

An exploitable code execution vulnerability exists in the PCX image-rendering functionality of SDL2_image 2.0.4. A specially crafted PCX image can cause a heap overflow, resulting in code execution. An attacker can display a specially craf…

Vulnerability class: Buffer Overflow

EPSS: 0.036 (88.0th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.

CVSS v3 metric

CVSS v3 base score 8.8 (High). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H.

Affected products

Weakness classification (CWE)

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-5057?
CVE-2019-5057 is a high-severity vulnerability in Libsdl Sdl2_image, classified under Heap-based Buffer Overflow. CVSS score: 8.8/10. Published 2019-07-31.
How severe is CVE-2019-5057?
High severity. CVSS v3 base score is 8.8 out of 10.