K36984830 : Gdk-pixbuf vulnerability CVE-2017-2862

Security Advisory Description

An exploitable heap overflow vulnerability exists in the gdk_pixbuf__jpeg_image_load_increment functionality of Gdk-Pixbuf 2.36.6. A specially crafted jpeg file can cause a heap overflow resulting in remote code execution. An attacker can send a file or url to trigger this vulnerability. (CVE-2017-2862)

Impact

A remote attacker may be able to send a specially crafted file or URL causing a heap overflow and resulting in remote code execution.