CVE-2016-9820
First published: Wed Mar 01 2017(Updated: )
libavcodec/mpegvideo_motion.c in libav 11.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors involving left shift of a negative value.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libavutil | =11.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9820?
CVE-2016-9820 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can result in crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2016-9820?
To fix CVE-2016-9820, you should update to a version of Libav that has addressed this vulnerability.
What causes CVE-2016-9820?
CVE-2016-9820 is caused by left shifting a negative value in the libavcodec/mpegvideo_motion.c file.
Who is affected by CVE-2016-9820?
Users of Libav version 11.8 are affected by CVE-2016-9820.
Can CVE-2016-9820 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9820 can be exploited by remote attackers to cause a denial of service.
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