CVE-2020-26797: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Mar 18 2021(Updated: )
Mediainfo before version 20.08 has a heap buffer overflow vulnerability via MediaInfoLib::File_Gxf::ChooseParser_ChannelGrouping.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MediaArea MediaInfo | <20.08 | |
| Fedoraproject Fedora | =33 |
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Reference Links
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WYI2372RLWYQVLSYD5PBI4YTXNMVDZCZ/
- https://sourceforge.net/p/mediainfo/bugs/1154/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/WYI2372RLWYQVLSYD5PBI4YTXNMVDZCZ/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-26797?
CVE-2020-26797 is a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in Mediainfo before version 20.08.
How does the vulnerability occur?
The vulnerability occurs due to a heap buffer overflow in the MediaInfoLib::File_Gxf::ChooseParser_ChannelGrouping function.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-26797?
The severity of CVE-2020-26797 is high, with a severity value of 7.5.
What software versions are affected by CVE-2020-26797?
Mediainfo versions before 20.08 are affected by CVE-2020-26797.
How can I fix CVE-2020-26797?
To fix CVE-2020-26797, it is recommended to update to version 20.08 or later of Mediainfo.
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