Vulnerability Description
The dumpBuffer function in read.c in the listswf tool in libming 0.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted SWF file.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Libming | Libming | <= 0.4.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/01/8ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/05/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94627
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/12/01/libming-listswf-null-pointer-dereferenceExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/01/8ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/05/3Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94627
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/12/01/libming-listswf-null-pointer-dereferenceExploitThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-9828?
CVE-2016-9828 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The dumpBuffer function in read.c in the listswf tool in libming 0.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted SWF file.
How severe is CVE-2016-9828?
CVE-2016-9828 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-2016-9828?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Libming Libming.