CVE-2019-12980: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Jun 26 2019(Updated: )
In Ming (aka libming) 0.4.8, there is an integer overflow (caused by an out-of-range left shift) in the SWFInput_readSBits function in blocks/input.c. Remote attackers could leverage this vulnerability to cause a denial-of-service via a crafted swf file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Libming Libming | =0.4.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-12980?
CVE-2019-12980 is a vulnerability in Ming (aka libming) 0.4.8 that allows for an integer overflow in the SWFInput_readSBits function, which could lead to a denial-of-service attack.
How does CVE-2019-12980 impact the affected software?
CVE-2019-12980 can be exploited by remote attackers through a crafted swf file to cause a denial-of-service on systems running Ming (aka libming) 0.4.8.
What is the severity of CVE-2019-12980?
CVE-2019-12980 has a severity rating of 6.5, which is considered medium.
How can I fix CVE-2019-12980?
To fix CVE-2019-12980, users should update to a version of Ming (aka libming) that is not affected by this vulnerability (version 0.4.9 or later).
Where can I find more information about CVE-2019-12980?
More information about CVE-2019-12980 can be found at the following link: [https://github.com/libming/libming/commit/a009a38dce1d9316cad1ab522b813b1d5ba4c62a](https://github.com/libming/libming/commit/a009a38dce1d9316cad1ab522b813b1d5ba4c62a)
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