Remote Execution Vulnerability in GPAC Media Framework
CVE-2025-7797

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

GPAC

Status
Gpac
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 July 2025

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-7797?

A vulnerability exists in GPAC versions up to 2.4, specifically in the gf_dash_download_init_segment function located in src/media_tools/dash_client.c. This flaw allows for a null pointer dereference due to improper handling of the base_init_url argument. Attackers can exploit this vulnerability remotely, potentially leading to crashes or denial of service. The issue has been made public, and it is advisable to apply the latest patch, identified as 153ea314b6b053db17164f8bc3c7e1e460938eaa, to mitigate risks.

Affected Version(s)

GPAC 2.0

GPAC 2.1

GPAC 2.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2025-7797 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.316862
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.316862
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.616664
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CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

CyberGym (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-7797 : Remote Execution Vulnerability in GPAC Media Framework