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USN-6403-3: libvpx vulnerabilities
First published: Wed Nov 01 2023(Updated: )
USN-6403-1 fixed several vulnerabilities in libvpx. This update provides the corresponding update for Ubuntu 16.04 LTS. Original advisory details: It was discovered that libvpx did not properly handle certain malformed media files. If an application using libvpx opened a specially crafted file, a remote attacker could cause a denial of service, or possibly execute arbitrary code.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| All of | ||
| ubuntu/libvpx3 | <1.5.0-2ubuntu1.1+esm2 | 1.5.0-2ubuntu1.1+esm2 |
| =16.04 |
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Reference Links
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-44488
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2023-5217
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6403-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6403-2
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6404-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6405-1
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6403-3 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this advisory?
The vulnerability ID for this advisory is USN-6403-3.
What software is affected by this vulnerability?
libvpx3 version 1.5.0-2ubuntu1.1+esm2 on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS is affected by this vulnerability.
What is the severity of this vulnerability?
The severity of this vulnerability is not specified in the advisory.
What is the recommended fix for this vulnerability?
Upgrade libvpx3 to version 1.5.0-2ubuntu1.1+esm2 or later to fix this vulnerability.
Where can I find more information about this vulnerability?
You can find more information about this vulnerability in the advisory at the following link: [USN-6403-3](https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6403-1).
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