CVE-2016-8693
UnknownEPSS 3.45%
Last modified
CVE-2016-8693 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Double free vulnerability in the mem_close function in jas_stream.c in JasPer before 1.900.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP image to the imginfo command.. EPSS estimates a 3.45% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Double free vulnerability in the mem_close function in jas_stream.c in JasPer before 1.900.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP image to the imginfo command.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jasper Project | Jasper | <= 1.900.5 |
| Opensuse | Opensuse | 13.2 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 23 |
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-11/msg00010.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/23/6Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/14Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93587Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/16/jasper-double-free-in-mem_close-jas_stream-c/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1385507Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-11/msg00010.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/08/23/6Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/16/14Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/93587Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2016/10/16/jasper-double-free-in-mem_close-jas_stream-c/Exploit, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1385507Exploit, Issue Tracking, Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-8693?
Double free vulnerability in the mem_close function in jas_stream.c in JasPer before 1.900.10 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP image to the imginfo command.
How severe is CVE-2016-8693?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-8693 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.45% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-8693?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2016-8693?
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