CVE-2016-9113: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sun Oct 30 2016(Updated: )
There is a NULL pointer dereference in function imagetobmp of convertbmp.c:980 of OpenJPEG 2.1.2. image->comps[0].data is not assigned a value after initialization(NULL). Impact is Denial of Service.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| uclouvain openjpeg | =2.1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9113?
CVE-2016-9113 has a severity that can lead to Denial of Service due to a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9113?
To fix CVE-2016-9113, you should upgrade OpenJPEG to version 2.1.3 or later where the issue is addressed.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-9113?
CVE-2016-9113 specifically affects OpenJPEG version 2.1.2.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2016-9113 introduce?
CVE-2016-9113 introduces a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability that can crash the application handling images.
What is the potential impact of CVE-2016-9113?
The potential impact of CVE-2016-9113 is Denial of Service, leading to application crashes when processing specific image files.
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