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CVE-2013-7438: Multiple buffer overflows in pbm212030 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possi...

Multiple buffer overflows in pbm212030 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted PBM image, related to (1) stream line data, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow, or (2) vectors related to an "internal intermediate heap-based buffer."

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CVE-2013-7438 is a memory-safety issue in a PBM image processing component identified as pbm212030/pbm2l2030. A malicious PBM image could crash the process and may allow code execution. The public record does not provide affected vendor, product, versions, CVSS score, or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in legacy systems, packages, or workflows that invoke the named PBM processing code on untrusted PBM images, such as uploads, mail attachments, or file conversion pipelines. The source bundle does not identify exact products or versions. Prioritize if PBM image handling is exposed to customers, partners, email, or automated file ingestion. If the component is absent or only used on trusted internal files, handle through normal legacy software risk reduction. Mitigation focus: Check vendor or distribution advisories for fixed packages or removal guidance.; Avoid processing untrusted PBM images through the affected component.; Sandbox or isolate any required legacy image conversion workflow..

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