CVE-2016-8886: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 26 2016(Updated: )
Memory allocation failure in jas_malloc triggered by crafted file was found. CVE assignment: <a href="http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/214">http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/214</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/jasper | <1.900.11 | 1.900.11 |
| Jasper Reports | <=1.900.10 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/23/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/25/11
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93839
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/18/jasper-memory-allocation-failure-in-jas_malloc-jas_malloc-c
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1388880
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/22FCKKHQCQ3S6TZY5G44EFDTMWOJXJRD/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/EGI2FZQLOTSZI3VA4ECJERI74SMNQDL4/
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/214
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/18/jasper-memory-allocation-failure-in-jas_malloc-jas_malloc-c/
- https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/commit/65536647d380571d1a9a6c91fa03775fb5bbd256
- https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/issues/35
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/22FCKKHQCQ3S6TZY5G44EFDTMWOJXJRD/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/EGI2FZQLOTSZI3VA4ECJERI74SMNQDL4/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-8886?
CVE-2016-8886 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8886?
To fix CVE-2016-8886, upgrade to JasPer version 1.900.11 or later.
What kind of attack is associated with CVE-2016-8886?
CVE-2016-8886 allows attackers to exploit memory allocation failures through crafted files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-8886?
CVE-2016-8886 affects JasPer versions prior to 1.900.11.
Is CVE-2016-8886 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2016-8886 is a remote vulnerability that can be exploited by attackers over the network.
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