Vulnerability Description
The avi_read_header function in libavformat/avidec.c in FFmpeg before 3.1.4 is vulnerable to memory leak when decoding an AVI file that has a crafted "strh" structure.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | <= 3.1.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/08/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94838Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-71
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/08/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94838Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-71
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-7555?
CVE-2016-7555 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The avi_read_header function in libavformat/avidec.c in FFmpeg before 3.1.4 is vulnerable to memory leak when decoding an AVI file that has a crafted "strh" structure.
How severe is CVE-2016-7555?
CVE-2016-7555 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-7555?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ffmpeg Ffmpeg.