First published: Fri Dec 23 2016(Updated: )
The gsm_parse function in libavcodec/gsm_parser.c in FFmpeg before 3.1.5 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 |
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FFmpeg | <=3.1.4 |
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CVE-2016-8595 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability.
To mitigate CVE-2016-8595, upgrade FFmpeg to version 3.1.5 or later.
CVE-2016-8595 affects FFmpeg versions prior to 3.1.5.
CVE-2016-8595 can be exploited to cause a denial of service through a crafted AVI file.
Yes, CVE-2016-8595 can be exploited by remote attackers.