CVE-2009-4633: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 10, 2010
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Updated

vorbisdec.c in FFmpeg 0.5 uses an assignment operator when a comparison operator was intended, which might allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted file that modifies a loop counter and triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

Affected Software

1 affected component
FFmpeg FFmpeg=0.5

Event History

Feb 10, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:30 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-4633?

CVE-2009-4633 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-4633?

To fix CVE-2009-4633, it is recommended to update FFmpeg to a version newer than 0.5 that contains patches for this vulnerability.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2009-4633?

CVE-2009-4633 specifically affects FFmpeg version 0.5.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2009-4633 enable?

CVE-2009-4633 enables remote attackers to potentially cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via crafted media files.

5

What is the cause of CVE-2009-4633?

CVE-2009-4633 is caused by a programming error in vorbis_dec.c where an assignment operator is used instead of a comparison operator, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow.

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