Vulnerability Description
The wmf_malloc function in api.c in libwmf 0.2.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted wmf file, which triggers a memory allocation failure.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wvware | Libwmf | 0.2.8.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/25/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93860Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/18/libwmf-memory-allocation-failure-in-wmf_Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1388450Issue Tracking
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/25/1Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93860Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/18/libwmf-memory-allocation-failure-in-wmf_Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1388450Issue Tracking
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-9011?
CVE-2016-9011 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The wmf_malloc function in api.c in libwmf 0.2.8.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted wmf file, which triggers a memory allocation failure.
How severe is CVE-2016-9011?
CVE-2016-9011 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-2016-9011?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wvware Libwmf.