CVE-2018-16781

Name: CVE-2018-16781
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-09-10T04:29:02.603+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.01%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-16781 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ffjpeg.dll in ffjpeg before 2018-08-22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (FPE signal) via a progressive JPEG file that lacks an AC Huffman table.. EPSS estimates a 1.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ffjpeg.dll in ffjpeg before 2018-08-22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (FPE signal) via a progressive JPEG file that lacks an AC Huffman table.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.01%

58.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rockcarry	Ffjpeg	< 2018-08-22

References

https://github.com/rockcarry/ffjpeg/issues/6Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/rockcarry/ffjpeg/issues/6Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Sep 10, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-16781?

ffjpeg.dll in ffjpeg before 2018-08-22 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (FPE signal) via a progressive JPEG file that lacks an AC Huffman table.

How severe is CVE-2018-16781?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-16781 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-16781?

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-2018-16781?

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Source: NVD / NIST