CVE-2016-2089: Input Validation

Published Jan 28, 2016
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Updated

A vulnerability was found in the way the JasPer's jasmatrixclip() function parses certain JPEG 2000 image files. A specially crafted file could cause an application using JasPer to crash.

Original bug report (with reproducer attached):

http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q1/233

CVE assignment:

http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q1/235

Other sources

The jasmatrixclip function in jasseq.c in JasPer 1.900.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid read and application crash) via a crafted JPEG 2000 image.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/jasper<1.900.3
1.900.3
Jasper Project Jasper=1.900.1

Event History

Feb 8, 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-2016-2089?

CVE-2016-2089 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service due to application crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-2089?

To fix CVE-2016-2089, upgrade the JasPer library to version 1.900.3 or later.

3

What is the impact of CVE-2016-2089?

The impact of CVE-2016-2089 is that it allows attackers to cause crashes through specially crafted JPEG 2000 images.

4

Which versions of JasPer are affected by CVE-2016-2089?

JasPer version 1.900.1 is specifically affected by CVE-2016-2089.

5

Who reported CVE-2016-2089?

CVE-2016-2089 was reported as a vulnerability related to the processing of JPEG 2000 images in JasPer.

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