CVE-2017-18245: Medium severity libavutil vulnerability
Published Mar 23, 2018
·Updated
The mpc8probe function in libavformat/mpc8.c in Libav 12.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer over-read) via a crafted audio file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libav Libav=12.2
Event History
Mar 23, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-18245?
CVE-2017-18245 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-18245?
To fix CVE-2017-18245, you should upgrade to a newer version of Libav beyond 12.2.
3
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-18245?
CVE-2017-18245 specifically affects Libav version 12.2.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-18245?
CVE-2017-18245 is a heap-based buffer over-read vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2017-18245 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-18245 can be exploited remotely by using a crafted audio file.