GnuPG duplicate keys code execution

gnupg-keys-code-execution (41547) The risk level is classified as HighHigh Risk

Description:

GnuPG could allow a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the system, caused by a memory corruption error while duplicating user IDs. By importing OpenPGP keys from key servers using specially-crafted duplicate keys, a remote attacker could exploit this vulnerability to corrupt memory and execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

Platforms Affected:

  • GNU, Privacy Guard 1.4.8
  • GNU, Privacy Guard 2.0.8

Remedy:

Upgrade to the latest version of GnuPG (1.4.9 or 2.0.9 or later), available from the GNU Web site. See References.

Consequences:

Gain Access

References:

Reported:

Mar 27, 2008

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