CVE-2018-11224: Buffer Overflow
Published May 17, 2018
·Updated
An issue was discovered in Libav 12.3. A read access violation in the intableinit16 function in libavcodec/aacsbr.c allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash), as demonstrated by avconv.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libav Libav=12.3
Event History
May 17, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2018-11224?
The severity of CVE-2018-11224 is classified as moderate due to its potential for causing denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2018-11224?
To fix CVE-2018-11224, update Libav to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2018-11224?
CVE-2018-11224 affects Libav version 12.3.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-11224?
CVE-2018-11224 is a read access violation vulnerability that can lead to application crashes.
5
Can CVE-2018-11224 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-11224 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to cause denial of service.