NULL Pointer Dereference in OpenCV Affects Image Processing Capabilities
CVE-2019-14493

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor: Opencv
Status: Opencv
Vendor: CVE Published:; 1 August 2019

What is CVE-2019-14493?

A NULL pointer dereference vulnerability exists in OpenCV prior to version 4.1.1, specifically within the XML parsing function. This flaw can lead to crashes or unintended behavior when parsing XML files, posing a risk for applications relying on OpenCV for image processing tasks. Developers using affected versions should consider upgrading their OpenCV installation to mitigate potential issues stemming from this vulnerability.