CVE-2020-24829: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 4, 2021
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Updated

An issue was discovered in GPAC from v0.5.2 to v0.8.0, as demonstrated by MP4Box. It contains a heap-based buffer overflow in gfm2tssectioncomplete in mediatools/mpegts.c that can cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted MP4 file.

Other sources

An issue was discovered in GPAC v0.8.0, as demonstrated by MP4Box. It contains a heap-based buffer overflow in gfm2tssectioncomplete in mediatools/mpegts.c that can cause a denial of service (DOS) via a crafted MP4 file.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Gpac GPAC=0.8.0
Gpac GPAC>=0.5.2<=0.8.0

Event History

Aug 4, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:02 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:02 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-24829?

CVE-2020-24829 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-24829?

To mitigate CVE-2020-24829, update GPAC to a version higher than 0.8.0, as the vulnerability has been addressed in subsequent releases.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2020-24829?

CVE-2020-24829 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2020-24829?

CVE-2020-24829 affects GPAC version 0.8.0.

5

Can CVE-2020-24829 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2020-24829 can be exploited remotely via a crafted MP4 file.

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