CVE-2016-9823: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 1, 2017
·Updated
libavcodec/x86/mpegvideo.c in libav 11.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libav Libav=11.8
Event History
Mar 1, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9823?
CVE-2016-9823 is categorized as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-9823?
To fix CVE-2016-9823, update to a patched version of libav that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2016-9823?
CVE-2016-9823 affects libav version 11.8.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2016-9823 involve?
CVE-2016-9823 involves remote attackers exploiting crafted files to cause application crashes.
5
Is CVE-2016-9823 a critical vulnerability?
CVE-2016-9823 is not classified as critical but poses a significant risk due to the potential denial of service.