Academy Software Foundation · Openexr · CVE-2020-16587
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Academy Software Foundation OpenEXR version 2.3.0
**Description**
A heap-based buffer overflow issue exists in the `chunkOffsetReconstruction` function within the `ImfMultiPartInputFile.cpp` file. This can cause a denial of service when a crafted EXR file is used. The vulnerability is related to a buffer overflow, which may allow a remote attacker to cause a service disruption.
**Recommendations**
For Academy Software Foundation OpenEXR version 2.3.0, consider disabling the `chunkOffsetReconstruction` function in `ImfMultiPartInputFile.cpp` as a temporary workaround until a patch is available. Restrict access to crafted EXR files to minimize the risk of exploitation. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.