CVE-2016-2399

Name: CVE-2016-2399
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-01-30T22:59:00.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 7.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-2399 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Integer overflow in the quicktime_read_pascal function in libquicktime 1.2.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a crafted hdlr MP4 atom.. EPSS estimates a 7.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Integer overflow in the quicktime_read_pascal function in libquicktime 1.2.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or possibly have other unspecified impact via a crafted hdlr MP4 atom.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

7.18%

93.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-190

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Libquicktime	Libquicktime	<= 1.2.4

References

http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3800
http://www.nemux.org/2016/02/23/libquicktime-1-2-4/Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95880Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135899/libquicktime-1.2.4-Integer-Overflow.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39487/
http://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3800
http://www.nemux.org/2016/02/23/libquicktime-1-2-4/Exploit, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95880Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://packetstormsecurity.com/files/135899/libquicktime-1.2.4-Integer-Overflow.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39487/

Timeline

Published: Jan 30, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-2399?

How severe is CVE-2016-2399?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2399 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-2399?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST