CVE-2016-9116: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sun Oct 30 2016(Updated: )
NULL Pointer Access in function imagetopnm of convert.c:2226(jp2) in OpenJPEG 2.1.2. Impact is Denial of Service. Someone must open a crafted j2k file.
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-2016-9116?
CVE-2016-9116 is categorized as a Denial of Service vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9116?
To fix CVE-2016-9116, you should upgrade OpenJPEG to version 2.1.3 or later.
What component is affected by CVE-2016-9116?
CVE-2016-9116 affects the imagetopnm function in convert.c of OpenJPEG version 2.1.2.
What type of attack is possible with CVE-2016-9116?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2016-9116 by enticing a user to open a specially crafted j2k file.
Is CVE-2016-9116 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2016-9116 can be exploited remotely when a user interacts with a crafted file.
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