CVE-2017-16883: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Nov 18, 2017
·Updated
The outputSWFTEXTRECORD function in util/outputscript.c in libming <= 0.4.8 is vulnerable to a NULL pointer dereference, which may allow attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted swf file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libming Libming<=0.4.8
Event History
Nov 18, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-16883?
CVE-2017-16883 has a severity rating that could lead to a denial of service due to a NULL pointer dereference.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-16883?
To fix CVE-2017-16883, upgrade to a version of libming greater than 0.4.8.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2017-16883 on affected systems?
The impact of CVE-2017-16883 is that attackers can cause a denial of service by exploiting the vulnerability with a crafted SWF file.
4
Which versions of libming are affected by CVE-2017-16883?
CVE-2017-16883 affects libming versions up to and including 0.4.8.
5
How can I detect if CVE-2017-16883 is present in my environment?
You can detect CVE-2017-16883 by checking if your system is running libming version 0.4.8 or lower.