CVE-2023-45664

Double-free in stbi__load_gif_main_outofmem in stb_image

Description

stb_image is a single file MIT licensed library for processing images. A crafted image file can trigger `stbi__load_gif_main_outofmem` attempt to double-free the out variable. This happens in `stbi__load_gif_main` because when the `layers * stride` value is zero the behavior is implementation defined, but common that realloc frees the old memory and returns null pointer. Since it attempts to double-free the memory a few lines below the first “free”, the issue can be potentially exploited only in a multi-threaded environment. In the worst case this may lead to code execution.

Category

7.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.13%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: nothings stb
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-45664?
CVE-2023-45664 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-45664?
To fix CVE-2023-45664, 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-2023-45664 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-45664 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-45664?
CVE-2023-45664 affects nothings stb.
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