CVE-2016-5115

CVE-2016-5115 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Libavformat Project Libavformat with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-125.

Key facts

Description

The avcodec_decode_audio4 function in libavcodec in libavformat 57.34.103, as used in MPlayer, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted mp3 file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2016-5115?
The avcodec_decode_audio4 function in libavcodec in libavformat 57.34.103, as used in MPlayer, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted mp3 file.
How severe is CVE-2016-5115?
CVE-2016-5115 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.5, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
Is CVE-2016-5115 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (61st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2016-5115?
CVE-2016-5115 affects Libavformat Project Libavformat. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2016-5115?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2016-5115 published?
CVE-2016-5115 was published on 2017-02-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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