CVE-2017-5845
First published: Mon Feb 06 2017(Updated: )
An invalid memory read was found in gst_avi_demux_parse_ncdt. Upstream bug: <a href="https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777532">https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777532</a> Upstream patch: <a href="https://github.com/GStreamer/gst-plugins-good/commit/4f47835">https://github.com/GStreamer/gst-plugins-good/commit/4f47835</a> CVE assignment: <a href="http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q1/284">http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q1/284</a>
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| redhat/gstreamer1-plugins-good | <1.10.3 | 1.10.3 |
| GStreamer | <=1.10.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3820
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/01/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/02/02/9
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96001
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2017:2060
- https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777532
- https://gstreamer.freedesktop.org/releases/1.10/#1.10.3
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201705-10
- https://github.com/GStreamer/gst-plugins-good/commit/4f47835
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2017/q1/284
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1419611
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1419610
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1419608
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi/show_bug.cgi?id=1419609
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1419582
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-5845?
CVE-2017-5845 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for an invalid memory read.
How do I fix CVE-2017-5845?
To fix CVE-2017-5845, upgrade the gstreamer1-plugins-good package to version 1.10.3 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2017-5845?
CVE-2017-5845 affects gstreamer1-plugins-good versions up to 1.10.2.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2017-5845?
As of now, there are no known exploits publicly available for CVE-2017-5845.
What does CVE-2017-5845 mean for users of GStreamer?
Users of GStreamer should upgrade to the patched version to prevent potential memory-related vulnerabilities.
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