Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Ffmpeg Allows Arbitrary Code Execution
CVE-2023-49501

8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Ffmpeg

Status
Ffmpeg
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 April 2024

What is CVE-2023-49501?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in FFmpeg that allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code. This is due to improper handling of data within the config_eq_output function found in the libavfilter/asrc_afirsrc.c component, specifically at line 495. By exploiting this vulnerability, attackers can gain unauthorized access and potentially compromise the integrity and security of affected systems.

References

https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg
https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10686#no1
https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10686

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
High
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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