CVE-2014-4609: Integer Overflow
Published Jan 14, 2020
·Updated
Integer overflow in the getlen function in libavutil/lzo.c in Libav before 0.8.13, 9.x before 9.14, and 10.x before 10.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Literal Run.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Libav Libav<0.8.13
Libav Libav>=9.0<9.14
Libav Libav>=10.0<10.2
Event History
Jan 14, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:41 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4609?
CVE-2014-4609 has a high severity due to potential arbitrary code execution by remote attackers.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-4609?
Fix CVE-2014-4609 by updating Libav to version 0.8.13 or later, or to version 9.14 or later, or to version 10.2 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2014-4609?
CVE-2014-4609 affects Libav versions prior to 0.8.13, versions 9.0 through 9.13, and versions 10.0 through 10.1.
4
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2014-4609?
CVE-2014-4609 is caused by an integer overflow in the get_len function in libavutil/lzo.c.
5
Are there any exploits available for CVE-2014-4609?
Yes, CVE-2014-4609 can be exploited by attackers through specially crafted input that triggers the vulnerability.