CVE-2017-9608: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Wed Dec 27 2017(Updated: )
The dnxhd decoder in FFmpeg before 3.2.6, and 3.3.x before 3.3.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted mov file.
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 | <3.2.6 | |
| FFmpeg | >=3.3<3.3.3 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/08/14/1
- https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg/commit/611b35627488a8d0763e75c25ee0875c5b7987dd
- https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg/commit/0a709e2a10b8288a0cc383547924ecfe285cef89
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2017-9608
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/08/14/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/08/15/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/100348
- https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg/commit/31c1c0b46a7021802c3d1d18039fca30dba5a14e
- https://www.debian.org/security/2017/dsa-3957
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-9608?
CVE-2017-9608 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service due to a null pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2017-9608?
To fix CVE-2017-9608, upgrade your FFmpeg version to 3.2.6 or 3.3.3 and above.
Which versions of FFmpeg are affected by CVE-2017-9608?
FFmpeg versions before 3.2.6 and any 3.3.x versions before 3.3.3 are affected by CVE-2017-9608.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-9608?
CVE-2017-9608 is a denial of service vulnerability caused by a null pointer dereference in the dnxhd decoder.
Can CVE-2017-9608 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-9608 can be exploited remotely through a crafted MOV file.
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