CVE-2009-2175: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2175: Stack-based buffer overflow in the flattenIncrementally function in flatten.c in xcftools 1.0.4, as reachab...

Stack-based buffer overflow in the flattenIncrementally function in flatten.c in xcftools 1.0.4, as reachable from the (1) xcf2pnm and (2) xcf2png utilities, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted image that causes a conversion to a location "above or to the left of the canvas." NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:44 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2009-2175 is an old xcftools 1.0.4 flaw in image conversion utilities. A malicious image could crash the converter and may allow code execution. Business risk is highest where untrusted image files are automatically converted by xcf2pnm or xcf2png. Exposure is likely limited to systems with xcftools 1.0.4 installed and workflows that process attacker-supplied or externally sourced XCF images. This is not described as a network service vulnerability. Treat as a targeted remediation item, not an emergency, unless the organization accepts untrusted image uploads into automated conversion workflows. Prioritize affected internet-facing or shared processing services first. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for xcftools 1.0.4 and xcf2pnm/xcf2png usage.; Apply relevant distro or vendor updates where available.; Check Debian and Fedora guidance for package-specific remediation..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 23, 2009, 21:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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