CVE-2016-7785: Input Validation
First published: Fri Dec 23 2016(Updated: )
The avi_read_seek function in libavformat/avidec.c in FFmpeg before 3.1.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assert fault) via a crafted AVI file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FFmpeg | <=3.1.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7785?
CVE-2016-7785 has a medium severity level, primarily causing denial of service due to an assert fault.
How do I fix CVE-2016-7785?
To fix CVE-2016-7785, upgrade to FFmpeg version 3.1.4 or later.
What impact does CVE-2016-7785 have on systems?
CVE-2016-7785 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by exploiting a vulnerability in handling crafted AVI files.
Are all versions of FFmpeg affected by CVE-2016-7785?
Yes, all versions of FFmpeg prior to 3.1.4 are affected by CVE-2016-7785.
What type of file is involved in the CVE-2016-7785 vulnerability?
The vulnerability in CVE-2016-7785 involves a crafted AVI file.
- agent/type
- agent/references
- agent/weakness
- agent/severity
- agent/author
- agent/description
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/event
- agent/first-publish-date
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- agent/tags
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/source
- vendor/ffmpeg
- canonical/ffmpeg
- version/ffmpeg/3.1.3