Use-after-free vulnerability detected in libpng library

A flaw in libpng allows reuse of freed memory via the png_set_PLTE() function, creating a risk of application crashes.

Published 6sem1 sourceNotable

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The fact

This vulnerability affects a core image processing component used in countless applications.

A fix is available; developers must update their dependencies to avoid exposure to attacks.

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