CVE-2018-1999014
First published: Mon Jul 23 2018(Updated: )
FFmpeg before commit bab0716c7f4793ec42e05a5aa7e80d82a0dd4e75 contains an out of array access vulnerability in MXF format demuxer that can result in DoS. This attack appear to be exploitable via specially crafted MXF file which has to be provided as input. This vulnerability appears to have been fixed in bab0716c7f4793ec42e05a5aa7e80d82a0dd4e75 and later.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FFmpeg | <=4.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-1999014?
CVE-2018-1999014 is classified as a denial-of-service vulnerability that can lead to application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2018-1999014?
To fix CVE-2018-1999014, upgrade to a version of FFmpeg later than 4.0.1 where the vulnerability has been patched.
What causes the CVE-2018-1999014 vulnerability?
CVE-2018-1999014 is caused by an out-of-bounds access vulnerability in the MXF format demuxer when processing specially crafted MXF files.
Can CVE-2018-1999014 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2018-1999014 can be exploited remotely if an attacker provides a specially crafted MXF file as input.
Which versions of FFmpeg are affected by CVE-2018-1999014?
FFmpeg versions before 4.0.1 are affected by CVE-2018-1999014.
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