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CVE-2020-6624
CVE-2020-6624
PUBLISHED
jhead through 3.04 has a heap-based buffer over-read in process_DQT in jpgqguess.c.
Reported by mitre · Published January 9, 2020
jhead through 3.04 has a heap-based buffer over-read in process_DQT in jpgqguess.c.
Fixed versions
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| Package | Ecosystem | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| jhead | jhead_project | 3.04 |
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| n/a | n/a | n/a |
| n/a | n/a | * |
Timeline
- Jan 9, 2020 CVE Published
- Apr 14, 2021 EPSS Score (30 in total, the first dated here)
- Mar 7, 2026 Distribution Patch
- Mar 7, 2026 Security Advisory (5 in total, the first dated here)
- Aug 29, 2026 Coalition ESS Score
- Sep 20, 2026 CVE Updated
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References
- GLSA-202007-17 vendor-advisory