CVE-2016-3062: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 16, 2016
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Updated

The movreaddref function in libavformat/mov.c in Libav before 11.7 and FFmpeg before 0.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or execute arbitrary code via the entries value in a dref box in an MP4 file.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Libav Libav<=11.6
FFmpeg FFmpeg<=0.10.15
Debian Debian Linux<=8.0
openSUSE Leap=42.1

Event History

Jun 16, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-3062?

CVE-2016-3062 has a severity rating of high due to its potential to cause memory corruption and allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-3062?

To fix CVE-2016-3062, you should upgrade Libav to version 11.7 or later and FFmpeg to version 0.11 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2016-3062?

CVE-2016-3062 affects Libav versions prior to 11.7, FFmpeg versions prior to 0.11, Debian 8.0, and openSUSE Leap 42.1.

4

How can CVE-2016-3062 be exploited?

CVE-2016-3062 can be exploited by remote attackers through malicious MP4 files containing crafted dref box entries.

5

What are the symptoms of CVE-2016-3062 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2016-3062 may result in denial of service, including application crashes, or arbitrary code execution on the victim's system.

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