CVE-2016-9807
First published: Fri Jan 13 2017(Updated: )
The flx_decode_chunks function in gst/flx/gstflxdec.c in GStreamer before 1.10.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and crash) via a crafted FLIC file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Moonlight | <=1.10.1 |
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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.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/01/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/12/05/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95148
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=774859
- https://cgit.freedesktop.org/gstreamer/gst-plugins-good/commit/?id=153a8ae752c90d07190ef45803422a4f71ea8bff
- https://gstreamer.freedesktop.org/releases/1.10/#1.10.2
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9807?
CVE-2016-9807 has a severity rating that indicates it allows for denial of service through invalid memory access.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9807?
To fix CVE-2016-9807, you should upgrade GStreamer to version 1.10.2 or later.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2016-9807?
CVE-2016-9807 is caused by the flx_decode_chunks function allowing remote attackers to exploit crafted FLIC files.
What impact does CVE-2016-9807 have on systems?
The impact of CVE-2016-9807 on systems includes potential crashes due to invalid memory reads.
Is CVE-2016-9807 present in GStreamer versions after 1.10.1?
Yes, CVE-2016-9807 is present in GStreamer versions 1.10.1 and earlier.
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