CVE-2016-7953: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 13, 2016
·Updated
Buffer underflow in X.org libXvMC before 1.0.10 allows remote X servers to have unspecified impact via an empty string.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Fedoraproject Fedora=24
Fedoraproject Fedora=25
X.Org libXvMC<=1.0.9
Remediation
Event History
Dec 13, 2016
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-7953?
CVE-2016-7953 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for remote X servers to exploit the vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-7953?
To fix CVE-2016-7953, upgrade X.org libXvMC to version 1.0.10 or later.
3
Which versions of Fedora are affected by CVE-2016-7953?
Fedora versions 24 and 25 are affected by CVE-2016-7953.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-7953?
CVE-2016-7953 is categorized as a buffer underflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2016-7953 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-7953 can be exploited by remote X servers through an empty string.