CVE-2017-15672
First published: Mon Nov 06 2017(Updated: )
The read_header function in libavcodec/ffv1dec.c in FFmpeg 2.4 and 3.3.4 and possibly earlier allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted MP4 file, which triggers an out-of-bounds read.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/ffmpeg | 7:4.1.9-0+deb10u1 7:4.1.11-0+deb10u1 7:4.3.6-0+deb11u1 7:5.1.3-1 7:6.0-7 | |
| FFmpeg | <=3.3.4 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =8.0 | |
| Debian GNU/Linux | =9.0 |
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Reference Links
- https://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git;a=commitdiff;h=c20f4fcb74da2d0432c7b54499bb98f48236b904
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-15672
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=ffmpeg.git;a=commitdiff;h=c20f4fcb74da2d0432c7b54499bb98f48236b904
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/11/03/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101690
- https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg/commit/d893253fcd93d11258e98857175e93be7d158708
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2019/01/msg00006.html
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-4049
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15672?
CVE-2017-15672 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to its potential to cause an out-of-bounds read.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15672?
To fix CVE-2017-15672, update FFmpeg to a version later than 3.3.4 or apply the relevant patches if available.
Which versions of FFmpeg are affected by CVE-2017-15672?
CVE-2017-15672 affects FFmpeg versions 2.4, 3.3.4 and potentially earlier versions.
Can CVE-2017-15672 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-15672 can be exploited remotely through a specially crafted MP4 file.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15672?
CVE-2017-15672 is an out-of-bounds read vulnerability found in the read_header function of FFmpeg.
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