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FreeType failed to check an integer overflow while loading embedded bitmap data in OpenType fonts. A crafted font could crash software that parses it, and the CVE notes unspecified other possible impact. The provided sources do not show active exploitation or a CVSS score. Exposure is most likely where FreeType before 2.5.4, or an unfixed vendor backport, processes untrusted OpenType fonts in applications, document pipelines, browsers, image tools, or server-side rendering workflows. Treat as a patch-management item with higher priority for systems parsing user-supplied files. The known impact is denial of service, but uncertainty around other impact and broad FreeType reuse justify timely remediation. Mitigation focus: Update FreeType using the relevant vendor security advisory or package channel.; Confirm vendor packages include the fix or a backport for this CVE.; Prioritize systems that process untrusted fonts, documents, images, or web content..
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- GLSA-201503-05CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
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