Vulnerability Description
The get_vlc2 function in get_bits.h in Libav before 11.9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and crash) via a crafted mp3 file, possibly related to startcode sequences during m4v detection.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libav | Libav | <= 11.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/13Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93468Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/07/libav-null-pointer-dereference-in-get_vlPatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/libav/libav/commit/e5b019725f53b79159931d3a7317107cbbfd0860Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/13Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93468Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/09/07/libav-null-pointer-dereference-in-get_vlPatchThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/libav/libav/commit/e5b019725f53b79159931d3a7317107cbbfd0860Issue TrackingPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-8675?
CVE-2016-8675 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The get_vlc2 function in get_bits.h in Libav before 11.9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and crash) via a crafted mp3 file, possibly related to startcode...
How severe is CVE-2016-8675?
CVE-2016-8675 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-2016-8675?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libav Libav.