CVE-2016-6832
UnknownEPSS 1.59%
Last modified
CVE-2016-6832 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the ff_audio_resample function in resample.c in libav before 11.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to buffer resizing.. EPSS estimates a 1.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the ff_audio_resample function in resample.c in libav before 11.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to buffer resizing.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libav | Libav | <= 11.3 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/13/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/18/1Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/08/07/libav-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-ff_audio_resample-resample-c/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.libav.org/show_bug.cgi?id=825Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/13/1Exploit, Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/18/1Exploit, Mailing List, Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/08/07/libav-heap-based-buffer-overflow-in-ff_audio_resample-resample-c/Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://bugzilla.libav.org/show_bug.cgi?id=825Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-6832?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the ff_audio_resample function in resample.c in libav before 11.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to buffer resizing.
How severe is CVE-2016-6832?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6832 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-6832?
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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