CVE-2020-22032: Buffer Overflow

Published May 27, 2021
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Updated

A heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability exists FFmpeg 4.2 at libavfilter/vfedgedetect.c in gaussianblur, which might lead to memory corruption and other potential consequences.

Affected Software

4 affected componentsFixes available
debian/ffmpeg
7:4.3.7-0+deb11u17:4.3.8-0+deb11u17:5.1.6-0+deb12u17:7.0.2-37:7.1-3
FFmpeg FFmpeg=4.2
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0

Event History

May 27, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:38 PM
Description
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·11:45 PM
Description
Sep 16, 2024
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·02:25 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2020-22032?

CVE-2020-22032 is a heap-based Buffer Overflow vulnerability in FFmpeg 4.2 at libavfilter/vf_edgedetect.c in gaussian_blur, which could result in memory corruption and other potential consequences.

2

How can the CVE-2020-22032 vulnerability affect my system?

The CVE-2020-22032 vulnerability can potentially lead to memory corruption and other adverse consequences if exploited.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-22032?

FFmpeg versions 4.2 are affected by the CVE-2020-22032 vulnerability.

4

What is the severity of CVE-2020-22032?

The severity of CVE-2020-22032 is not specified in the provided information. Please refer to the official CVE database for more information.

5

How do I fix the CVE-2020-22032 vulnerability?

To fix the CVE-2020-22032 vulnerability, update FFmpeg to version 4.3 or higher.

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