CVE-2016-9118: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sun Oct 30 2016(Updated: )
Heap Buffer Overflow (WRITE of size 4) in function pnmtoimage of convert.c:1719 in OpenJPEG 2.1.2.
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-2016-9118?
CVE-2016-9118 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote exploitation resulting from a heap buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9118?
To mitigate CVE-2016-9118, upgrade OpenJPEG to version 2.2 or later where this vulnerability has been addressed.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9118?
CVE-2016-9118 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability that occurs in the pnmtoimage function of OpenJPEG 2.1.2.
Which versions of OpenJPEG are affected by CVE-2016-9118?
CVE-2016-9118 specifically affects OpenJPEG version 2.1.2.
What impact does CVE-2016-9118 have on affected systems?
Exploitation of CVE-2016-9118 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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