CVE-2018-18829: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Tue Oct 30 2018(Updated: )
There exists a NULL pointer dereference in ff_vc1_parse_frame_header_adv in vc1.c in Libav 12.3, which allows attackers to cause a denial-of-service through a crafted aac file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libavutil | =12.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-18829?
CVE-2018-18829 has a severity rating that can lead to denial-of-service attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2018-18829?
To fix CVE-2018-18829, you should upgrade Libav to version 12.4 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2018-18829 enable?
CVE-2018-18829 enables attackers to cause a denial-of-service through a crafted AAC file.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-18829?
Libav version 12.3 is affected by CVE-2018-18829.
In which function does CVE-2018-18829 occur?
CVE-2018-18829 occurs in the ff_vc1_parse_frame_header_adv function in vc1.c.
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