CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedA vulnerability exists in GIMP that allows remote attackers to exploit a heap-based out-of-bounds write through specially crafted PAA image files. This flaw can lead to heap metadata corruption, potentially enabling arbitrary code execution on the affected system. Users and organizations utilizing GIMP, particularly those handling untrusted image files, should prioritize patching to mitigate this risk.
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Original NVD Description
A flaw was found in GIMP. A remote attacker could exploit this by tricking a user into opening a specially crafted PAA (Paint Shop Pro Array) image file. This vulnerability, a heap-based out-of-bounds write in the decode_lzss() function of the PAA file format plugin, allows data to be written beyond the intended memory buffer. This could lead to heap metadata corruption and potentially enable the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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