CVE-2019-14443: Divide by Zero
First published: Tue Jul 30 2019(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Libav 12.3. Division by zero in range_decode_culshift in libavcodec/apedec.c allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash), as demonstrated by avconv.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libavutil | =12.3 | |
| Debian | =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-14443?
CVE-2019-14443 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability due to a division by zero in Libav 12.3.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14443?
To fix CVE-2019-14443, update Libav to a version newer than 12.3 that addresses this vulnerability.
What components are affected by CVE-2019-14443?
CVE-2019-14443 affects Libav 12.3 and is also relevant to Debian Debian Linux 8.0.
What kind of attack does CVE-2019-14443 enable?
CVE-2019-14443 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service, potentially crashing the application.
Is CVE-2019-14443 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2019-14443 is notably relevant to Debian Linux systems, particularly version 8.0.
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