CVE-2016-7969: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2016-7969: The wrap_lines_smart function in ass_render.c in libass before 0.13.4 allows remote attackers to cause a de...

The wrap_lines_smart function in ass_render.c in libass before 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."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 02:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-7969 is a denial-of-service flaw in libass subtitle rendering before 0.13.4. A remote attacker could trigger an out-of-bounds read through unspecified input, potentially crashing software that renders affected subtitle content. The public bundle does not show active exploitation or code execution. Exposure is most likely where libass is used to render untrusted or externally supplied subtitles. This may include media processing workflows or applications linked against vulnerable libass versions. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so inventory should focus on libass versions and distribution packages. Prioritize routine patching for systems processing untrusted media or subtitles. Business urgency is lower than for code execution flaws, but crashes in public-facing media workflows could affect availability and user trust. Mitigation focus: Upgrade libass to version 0.13.4 or later.; Apply fixed distribution packages from relevant vendor advisories.; Review Gentoo, Fedora, and openSUSE guidance for packaged remediation..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 06:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 3, 2017, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
GLSA-201702-25CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
https://github.com/libass/libass/releases/tag/0.13.4CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
FEDORA-2016-282507c3e9CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1381960CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
FEDORA-2016-d2a05a0644CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
FEDORA-2016-95407a836fCVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_FEDORA
https://github.com/libass/libass/commit/f4f48950788b91c6a30029cc28a240b834713ea7CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM

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