CVE-2019-5144

Description

An exploitable heap underflow vulnerability exists in the derive_taps_and_gains function in kdu_v7ar.dll of Kakadu Software SDK 7.10.2. A specially crafted jp2 file can cause a heap overflow, which can result in remote code execution. An attacker could provide a malformed file to the victim to trigger this vulnerability.

Categories

8.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 8.42% Top 10%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: n/a Kakadu Software
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2019-0933 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-5144?
CVE-2019-5144 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-5144?
To fix CVE-2019-5144, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-5144 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-5144 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~8% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-5144?
CVE-2019-5144 affects n/a Kakadu Software.
This platform uses data from the NIST NVD, MITRE CVE, MITRE CWE, First.org and CISA KEV but is not endorsed or certified by these entities. CVE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CVE content is MITRE's CVE web site. CWE is a registred trademark of the MITRE Corporation and the authoritative source of CWE content is MITRE's CWE web site.
© 2025 Under My Watch. All Rights Reserved.