CVE-2016-9808: High severity GStreamer GStreamer vulnerability
The FLIC decoder in GStreamer before 1.10.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write and crash) via a crafted series of skip and count pairs.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
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alpine/gst-plugins-goodto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.10.4-r0 - Upgrade
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alpine/gst-plugins-good1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.8.3-r0 - Upgrade
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alpine/gst-plugins-good1to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 1.10.4-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9808?
CVE-2016-9808 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9808?
To fix CVE-2016-9808, upgrade GStreamer to version 1.10.2 or later.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2016-9808?
The vulnerability in CVE-2016-9808 is caused by an out-of-bounds write in the FLIC decoder.
Can CVE-2016-9808 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9808 can be exploited by remote attackers through crafted data.
Which versions of GStreamer are affected by CVE-2016-9808?
CVE-2016-9808 affects GStreamer versions prior to 1.10.2.