CVE-2009-4637: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Feb 10 2010(Updated: )
FFmpeg 0.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors that trigger a stack-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FFmpeg | =0.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://scarybeastsecurity.blogspot.com/2009/09/patching-ffmpeg-into-shape.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36805
- http://secunia.com/advisories/38643
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39482
- http://www.debian.org/security/2010/dsa-2000
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36465
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-931-1
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/0935
- https://roundup.ffmpeg.org/roundup/ffmpeg/issue1240
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4637?
CVE-2009-4637 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to cause a denial of service and potentially allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4637?
To fix CVE-2009-4637, it is recommended to upgrade to a later version of FFmpeg that is not affected by this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2009-4637?
CVE-2009-4637 affects users running FFmpeg version 0.5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-4637?
CVE-2009-4637 is classified as a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2009-4637 lead to data breaches?
Yes, CVE-2009-4637 can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution, which may result in data breaches.
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