CVE-2016-1923: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 27, 2016
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in the opjj2kupdateimagedata function in OpenJpeg 2016.1.18 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and application crash) via a crafted JPEG 2000 image.
Affected Software
1 affected component
uclouvain openjpeg=2.1.0
Event History
Jan 27, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-1923?
CVE-2016-1923 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-1923?
To fix CVE-2016-1923, update OpenJpeg to version 2.1.1 or later.
3
Which versions of OpenJpeg are affected by CVE-2016-1923?
CVE-2016-1923 affects OpenJpeg version 2.1.0.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-1923?
CVE-2016-1923 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2016-1923 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-1923 can be exploited remotely through crafted JPEG 2000 images.