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Libpng 'png_decompress_chunk()' Function Denial of Service Vulnerability
15 Mar 2010
The 'libpng' library is prone to a remote denial-of-service vulnerability.

Successful exploits will allow an attacker to consume an excessive amount of CPU memory, denying service to legitimate users.

Successful exploits will allow an attacker to obtain potentially sensitive information.

Versions prior to libpng 1.4.1, 1.2.43, and 1.0.53 are vulnerable.
Securityfocus.com