CVE-2016-9395: Input Validation

Published Nov 21, 2016
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Updated

An assertion failure was possible to trigger in jasseq2dcreate.

Upstream patch:

https://github.com/mdadams/jasper/commit/d42b2388f7f8e0332c846675133acea151fc557a

CVE assignment:

http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2016/q4/441

Other sources

The jasseq2dcreate function in jasseq.c in JasPer before 1.900.25 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (assertion failure) via a crafted file.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
redhat/jasper<1.900.25
1.900.25
Jasper Project Jasper<=1.900.24

Event History

Nov 21, 2016
Data Sourced
via Red Hat·10:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2016-9395?

CVE-2016-9395 is classified as having a medium severity level due to the potential for an assertion failure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2016-9395?

To resolve CVE-2016-9395, upgrade to Jasper version 1.900.25 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2016-9395?

CVE-2016-9395 affects Jasper versions up to 1.900.24 and can be exploited in both the Jasper package from Red Hat and other installations.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2016-9395?

CVE-2016-9395 is an assertion failure vulnerability that can be triggered in the jas_seq2d_create function.

5

How can I check if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2016-9395?

You can check your Jasper software version and verify if it is earlier than 1.900.25 to determine vulnerability to CVE-2016-9395.

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