Vulnerability Description
The ljpeg_decode_yuv_scan function in libavcodec/mjpegdec.c in FFmpeg before 2.8.2 omits certain width and height checks, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds array access) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted MJPEG data.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | <= 2.8.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=d24888ef19ba38b787b11d1ee09
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-11/msg00146.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/12/msg00009.html
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=d24888ef19ba38b787b11d1ee09
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-11/msg00146.html
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/12/msg00009.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-8216?
CVE-2015-8216 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The ljpeg_decode_yuv_scan function in libavcodec/mjpegdec.c in FFmpeg before 2.8.2 omits certain width and height checks, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds arra...
How severe is CVE-2015-8216?
CVE-2015-8216 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-8216?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ffmpeg Ffmpeg.