CVE-2017-7866: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Apr 14 2017(Updated: )
FFmpeg before 2017-01-23 has an out-of-bounds write caused by a stack-based buffer overflow related to the decode_zbuf function in libavcodec/pngdec.c.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FFmpeg | <=2.8.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-7866?
CVE-2017-7866 is classified as critical due to the potential for exploitation through out-of-bounds write vulnerabilities.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7866?
To fix CVE-2017-7866, update FFmpeg to a version later than 2.8.9.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2017-7866?
CVE-2017-7866 affects FFmpeg versions prior to 2.8.10.
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2017-7866?
CVE-2017-7866 is an out-of-bounds write vulnerability that can lead to stack-based buffer overflow.
What components in FFmpeg are related to CVE-2017-7866?
CVE-2017-7866 is related to the decode_zbuf function in the libavcodec/pngdec.c component of FFmpeg.
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