CVE-2016-9969

Name: CVE-2016-9969
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-05-23T18:29:00.327+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.18%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-9969 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In libwebp 0.5.1, there is a double free bug in libwebpmux.. EPSS estimates a 1.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In libwebp 0.5.1, there is a double free bug in libwebpmux.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.18%

63.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-415

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Webmproject	Libwebp	0.5.1

References

https://bugs.chromium.org/p/webp/issues/detail?id=322Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://bugs.chromium.org/p/webp/issues/detail?id=322Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 23, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-9969?

In libwebp 0.5.1, there is a double free bug in libwebpmux.

How severe is CVE-2016-9969?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-9969 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-9969?

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-2016-9969?

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Source: NVD / NIST