CVE-2016-3616: Null Pointer Dereference
A null pointer dereference vulnerability was reported in libjpeg library in cjpeg component. A maliciously crafted file could cause an application to crash. In specific cases this may also allow the attacker to remotely execute commands.
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The cjpeg utility in libjpeg allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2016-3616.
What is the severity of CVE-2016-3616?
CVE-2016-3616 has a severity rating of 8.8, which is considered high.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-3616?
The libjpeg-turbo package versions 1.5.2-2+deb10u1, 2.0.6-4, and 2.1.5-2 are affected. The libjpeg6b package version 1:6b2-3.1 is also affected. The libjpeg9 package version 1:9e-1 is affected. On Ubuntu, the libjpeg-turbo package version 1.3.0-0ubuntu2.1 is affected. Additionally, the libjpeg-turbo package versions 1.4.2 and the libjpeg9 package version 1:9 are affected on Ubuntu.
How can CVE-2016-3616 be exploited?
CVE-2016-3616 can be exploited by remote attackers who send a crafted file to the cjpeg utility in libjpeg, causing a NULL pointer dereference and application crash, or potentially leading to arbitrary code execution.
Are there any remedies available for CVE-2016-3616?
Yes, there are remedies available for CVE-2016-3616. For the affected libjpeg-turbo package, upgrading to versions 1.5.2-2+deb10u1, 2.0.6-4, or 2.1.5-2 will fix the vulnerability. Upgrading to libjpeg6b version 1:6b2-3.1 or libjpeg9 version 1:9e-1 will also fix the vulnerability. Ubuntu users can upgrade to libjpeg-turbo version 1.3.0-0ubuntu2.1, libjpeg-turbo version 1.4.2, or libjpeg9 version 1:9 to fix the vulnerability.