CVE-2012-6617
First published: Tue Dec 24 2013(Updated: )
The prepare_sdp_description function in ffserver.c in FFmpeg before 1.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via vectors related to the rtp format.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FFmpeg | <=1.0.1 | |
| FFmpeg | =1.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git;a=commitdiff;h=9929991da7b843e7d80154fcacc4e80579b86a2d
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51964
- http://www.ffmpeg.org/security.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/93232
- https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/1986
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git%3Ba=commitdiff%3Bh=9929991da7b843e7d80154fcacc4e80579b86a2d
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-6617?
CVE-2012-6617 has a severity rating of medium as it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service crash.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6617?
To fix CVE-2012-6617, upgrade FFmpeg to version 1.0.2 or later.
Which versions of FFmpeg are affected by CVE-2012-6617?
FFmpeg versions before 1.0.2, including version 1.0, are affected by CVE-2012-6617.
What component of FFmpeg is vulnerable in CVE-2012-6617?
The prepare_sdp_description function in ffserver.c is the component vulnerable in CVE-2012-6617.
Can CVE-2012-6617 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-6617 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specific vectors related to the rtp format.
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