Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Ffmpeg Allows Arbitrary Code Execution
CVE-2023-50008

7.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Ffmpeg

Status
Ffmpeg
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 April 2024

What is CVE-2023-50008?

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the FFmpeg library, specifically in version n6.1-3-g466799d4f5. This flaw exists in the av_malloc function within libavutil/mem.c. A local attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising system integrity and security. It is crucial for users to patch their installations to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

References

https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg/commit/5f87a68cf70dafeab...
https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10701
https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-ann...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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