# CVE-2016-3616: libjpeg9: The cjpeg utility in libjpeg allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and appli...

CVE-2016-3616 is fixed in 2 products on 1 platform, first by libjpeg-progs 1:9b-2, released February 12, 2017. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2016-3616
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a (Low)
- EPSS: 0.0422
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Feb 12, 2017

## Description

The cjpeg utility in libjpeg allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted file.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | libjpeg-progs Ubuntu 18.04.6 LTS (bionic) | 1:9b-2 | [libjpeg-progs 1:9b-2](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-bionic-libjpeg-progs-1-9b-2.md) | Feb 12, 2017 |
| Linux | libjpeg9 Ubuntu 18.04.6 LTS (bionic) | 1:9b-2 | [libjpeg9 1:9b-2](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-bionic-libjpeg9-1-9b-2.md) | Feb 12, 2017 |

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