SUSE-SU-2024:0517-1: Security update for libaom
This update for libaom fixes the following issues: CVE-2023-6879: Fixed a heap buffer overflow when increasing the video frame resolution (bsc#1218429).
Affected Software
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions are needed to trigger the issue?
The issue occurs when increasing a video frame's resolution. The provided information does not specify whether an attacker can trigger this through a particular file, codec operation, or network-delivered content.
Which deployments are identified as receiving this update?
The update applies to libaom-related packages, including libaom3 and aom-tools, on SUSE Linux Enterprise Real Time 15 SP4 for x86_64. Development, debug, and documentation package variants are also listed.
How can I determine whether my system needs remediation?
Check whether the affected libaom3, aom-tools, or related listed packages are installed on SUSE Linux Enterprise Real Time 15 SP4 x86_64, then verify that the applicable SUSE security update has been installed. The supplied data does not include fixed package version numbers.