CVE-2015-5479: Medium severity ubuntu vulnerability
The ffh263decodemba function in libavcodec/ituh263dec.c in Libav before 11.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a file with crafted dimensions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5479?
CVE-2015-5479 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a divide-by-zero error.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5479?
To fix CVE-2015-5479, update Libav to version 11.5 or later, or apply the recommended patches available for your affected software.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-5479?
CVE-2015-5479 affects Libav versions up to 11.4, Ubuntu 12.04 LTS, and openSUSE Leap 42.1.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2015-5479?
CVE-2015-5479 can be exploited by remote attackers using specially crafted multimedia files to crash the application.
Is CVE-2015-5479 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2015-5479 is considered a remote vulnerability, as it allows attacks from remote systems.