CVE-2016-9634: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Jan 27 2017(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the flx_decode_delta_fli function in gst/flx/gstflxdec.c in the FLIC decoder in GStreamer before 1.10.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via the start_line parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GStreamer | <=1.10.1 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Desktop | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux HPC Node | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server | =6.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux Workstation | =6.0 | |
| Debian | =8.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2016-2975.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0019.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017-0020.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3723
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3724
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/11/24/2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/94499
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=774834
- https://gstreamer.freedesktop.org/releases/1.10/#1.10.2
- https://scarybeastsecurity.blogspot.com/2016/11/0day-exploit-advancing-exploitation.html
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9634?
CVE-2016-9634 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution or application crash.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9634?
To fix CVE-2016-9634, upgrade GStreamer to version 1.10.2 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2016-9634?
CVE-2016-9634 affects GStreamer versions prior to 1.10.2 and specific Red Hat and Debian distributions.
What is the exploit vector for CVE-2016-9634?
The exploit vector for CVE-2016-9634 involves the start_line parameter in the FLIC decoder.
Can CVE-2016-9634 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2016-9634 can lead to arbitrary code execution, which may result in data breaches or system compromise.
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