CVE-2015-8791: Infoleak

Published Jan 29, 2016
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Updated

The EbmlElement::ReadCodedSizeValue function in libEBML before 1.3.3 allows context-dependent attackers to obtain sensitive information from process heap memory via a crafted length value in an EBML id, which triggers an invalid memory access.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Matroska Libebml<=1.3.2

Event History

Jan 29, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-8791?

CVE-2015-8791 is categorized as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for sensitive information leakage.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-8791?

To fix CVE-2015-8791, you should upgrade to libEBML version 1.3.3 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2015-8791?

CVE-2015-8791 is a memory corruption vulnerability that allows attackers to access sensitive data.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2015-8791?

Users of libEBML versions prior to 1.3.3 are affected by CVE-2015-8791.

5

What systems are impacted by CVE-2015-8791?

CVE-2015-8791 impacts systems that utilize the libEBML library for parsing EBML files.

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