CVE-2016-9294: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Sat Nov 12 2016(Updated: )
Artifex Software, Inc. MuJS before 5008105780c0b0182ea6eda83ad5598f225be3ee allows context-dependent attackers to conduct "denial of service (application crash)" attacks by using the "malformed labeled break/continue in JavaScript" approach, related to a "NULL pointer dereference" issue affecting the jscompile.c component.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MuJS | <2016-10-26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9294?
CVE-2016-9294 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability that can lead to denial of service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9294?
To fix CVE-2016-9294, upgrade to a version of MuJS released after the commit identified by hash 5008105780c0b0182ea6eda83ad5598f225be3ee.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2016-9294?
CVE-2016-9294 affects systems using the MuJS JavaScript interpreter prior to the specified commit.
What impact does CVE-2016-9294 have on security?
The impact of CVE-2016-9294 includes potential application crashes due to malformed input leading to a NULL pointer dereference.
Can CVE-2016-9294 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9294 can be exploited by context-dependent attackers who provide crafted JavaScript code.
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