QID 354657

Date Published: 2023-01-24

QID 354657: Amazon Linux Security Advisory for freetype : ALAS2-2023-1909

A heap buffer overflow flaw was found in freetype's sfnt_init_face() function in the sfobjs.c file.
The vulnerability occurs when creating a face with a strange file and invalid index.
This flaw allows an attacker to read and modify a small amount of memory, causing the application to crash. (
( CVE-2022-27404) a segmentation fault was found in the freetype library.
This flaw allows an attacker to attempt access to a memory location in a way that could cause an application to halt or crash, leading to a denial of service. (
( CVE-2022-27405) a segmentation fault was found in freetype's ft_request_size() function in the ftobjs.c file.
This flaw allows an attacker to access a memory location in a way that could cause an application to halt or crash, leading to a denial of service. (
( CVE-2022-27406)



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Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a securitybreach or could affect integrity, availability, and confidentiality.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Critical - 9.8 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as High - 7.5 severity.
    • Solution
    Please refer to Amazon advisory: ALAS2-2023-1909 for affected packages and patching details, or update with your package manager.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 354657

    CVE-2022-27406 | CVE-2022-27404 | CVE-2022-27405 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    ALAS2-2023-1909 amazon linux 2 URL Logo alas.aws.amazon.com/AL2/ALAS-2023-1909.html
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