CVE-2016-3177: Use After Free
First published: Mon Jan 23 2017(Updated: )
Multiple use-after-free and double-free vulnerabilities in gifcolor.c in GIFLIB 5.1.2 have unspecified impact and attack vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GifLib Project | =5.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3177?
The severity of CVE-2016-3177 is currently unspecified as it involves multiple use-after-free and double-free vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3177?
To fix CVE-2016-3177, upgrading to a version of GIFLIB newer than 5.1.2 is recommended once a patch is made available.
What versions of GIFLIB are affected by CVE-2016-3177?
CVE-2016-3177 specifically affects GIFLIB version 5.1.2.
What attack vectors are associated with CVE-2016-3177?
CVE-2016-3177 has unspecified attack vectors due to the nature of the vulnerabilities involved.
What components of GIFLIB are involved in CVE-2016-3177?
The vulnerabilities in CVE-2016-3177 are found in the gifcolor.c file of GIFLIB.
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