CVE-2016-10249: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 26 2016(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the jpc_dec_tiledecode function in jpc_dec.c in JasPer before 1.900.12 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted image file, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/jasper | ||
| redhat/jasper | <1.900.12 | 1.900.12 |
| Jasper Reports | <=1.900.11 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3827
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93838
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:1208
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/23/jasper-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-jpc_dec_tiledecode-jpc_dec-c/
- https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/commit/988f8365f7d8ad8073b6786e433d34c553ecf568
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/219
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1388874
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1388876
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1388873
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1388875
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q1/607
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1434442
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2016-10249
- https://github.com/asarubbo/poc/blob/master/00001-jasper-heapoverflow-jpc_dec_tiledecode
- https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/issues/128
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1388840
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/23/7
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2016-10249
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-10249?
CVE-2016-10249 has a high severity due to its potential for causing a heap-based buffer overflow which can lead to remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-10249?
To fix CVE-2016-10249, upgrade the JasPer library to version 1.900.12 or later.
What impact does CVE-2016-10249 have?
CVE-2016-10249 allows remote attackers to exploit an integer overflow vulnerability, leading to a possible denial of service or arbitrary code execution.
Which software is affected by CVE-2016-10249?
CVE-2016-10249 affects the JasPer library, specifically versions prior to 1.900.12.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2016-10249?
There are no effective workarounds for CVE-2016-10249; updating JasPer is the recommended solution.
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