Vulnerability Description
The ff_dwt_decode function in libavcodec/jpeg2000dwt.c in FFmpeg before 2.8.4 does not validate the number of decomposition levels before proceeding with Discrete Wavelet Transform decoding, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds array access) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted JPEG 2000 data.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | <= 2.8.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=75422280fbcdfbe9dc56bde5525
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-01/msg00004.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034539
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/12/msg00009.html
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=75422280fbcdfbe9dc56bde5525
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-01/msg00004.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1034539
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/12/msg00009.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2015-8662?
CVE-2015-8662 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.3 (HIGH). The ff_dwt_decode function in libavcodec/jpeg2000dwt.c in FFmpeg before 2.8.4 does not validate the number of decomposition levels before proceeding with Discrete Wavelet Transform decoding, which all...
How severe is CVE-2015-8662?
CVE-2015-8662 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2015-8662?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ffmpeg Ffmpeg.