CVE-2011-1931: Buffer Overflow
sp5xdec.c in the Sunplus SP5X JPEG decoder in libavcodec in FFmpeg before 0.6.3 and libav through 0.6.2, as used in VideoLAN VLC media player 1.1.9 and earlier and other products, performs a write operation outside the bounds of an unspecified array, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a malformed AMV file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1931?
CVE-2011-1931 has a severity rating that depends on the configuration and use of the affected software, with potential impact including denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1931?
To fix CVE-2011-1931, upgrade to FFmpeg version 0.6.3 or later, or use Libav version 0.6.3 or later.
Which software is affected by CVE-2011-1931?
CVE-2011-1931 affects versions of FFmpeg prior to 0.6.3, Libav prior to 0.6.3, and VLC media player versions prior to 1.1.9.
Can CVE-2011-1931 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-1931 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause denial of service.
What types of attacks could be carried out using CVE-2011-1931?
Attackers could use CVE-2011-1931 to launch denial of service attacks by exploiting memory corruption vulnerabilities in the affected software.