CVE-2016-7972
HighSummary
The check_allocations function in libass/ass_shaper.c in libass before version 0.13.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory allocation failure) via unspecified vectors.
Risk Assessment
Attackers may exploit this vulnerability to disrupt application functionality, potentially leading to system downtime.
Recommendation
It is recommended to update libass to version 0.13.4 or later to mitigate this vulnerability.
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Buffer overflow in the calc_coeff function in ass_blur.c in libass before version 0.13.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via unspecified vectors.
- CVE-2016-7969High
The wrap_lines_smart function in ass_render.c in libass before version 0.13.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via unspecified vectors, related to '0/3 line wrapping equalization.'
Original NVD description (English source)
The check_allocations function in libass/ass_shaper.c in libass before 0.13.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory allocation failure) via unspecified vectors.