CVE-2013-6887: Input Validation
Published Apr 27, 2014
·Updated
OpenJPEG 1.5.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via unspecified vectors that trigger NULL pointer dereferences, division-by-zero, and other errors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
uclouvain openjpeg=1.5.1
Event History
Apr 27, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6887?
CVE-2013-6887 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2013-6887?
To fix CVE-2013-6887, upgrade OpenJPEG to version 1.5.2 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2013-6887?
OpenJPEG version 1.5.1 is the affected software in CVE-2013-6887.
4
What type of attacks can CVE-2013-6887 enable?
CVE-2013-6887 can enable remote attackers to cause a denial of service through various error-triggering vectors.
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What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2013-6887?
Exploiting CVE-2013-6887 can lead to application crashes and service disruptions.