CVE-2015-2785: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2015-2785: The GIF encoder in Byzanz allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap write an...

The GIF encoder in Byzanz allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap write and crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted Byzanz debug data recording (ByzanzRecording file) to the byzanz-playback command.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 05:24 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2015-2785 is a memory corruption flaw in Byzanz's GIF encoder. A specially crafted ByzanzRecording file processed by byzanz-playback could crash the program and may allow arbitrary code execution. The bundle does not provide a CVSS score, affected versions, or confirmed fix status. Exposure is likely limited to systems with Byzanz installed and workflows that open untrusted ByzanzRecording files or run byzanz-playback on external recordings. The source bundle does not identify affected versions, package states, or internet-facing exposure. Prioritize as a legacy software cleanup item unless Byzanz processes untrusted files in business workflows. If untrusted recordings are handled, escalate because the stated impact includes crash and possible code execution. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems and containers for Byzanz and byzanz-playback usage.; Do not process untrusted ByzanzRecording files until vendor or distribution guidance is confirmed.; Check Debian, Red Hat, and upstream package advisories for fixed builds or backports..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 05:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 29, 2015, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=778261CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=852481CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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