CWE
787
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-35964

First published: Sun Jan 03 2021(Updated: )

track_header in libavformat/vividas.c in FFmpeg 4.3.1 has an out-of-bounds write because of incorrect extradata packing.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
FFmpeg=4.3.1
Linux kernel

Never miss a vulnerability like this again

Sign up to SecAlerts for real-time vulnerability data matched to your software, aggregated from hundreds of sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-35964?

    CVE-2020-35964 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for out-of-bounds writes.

  • How do I fix CVE-2020-35964?

    To fix CVE-2020-35964, you should upgrade FFmpeg to version 4.3.2 or later, which contains the necessary patches.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2020-35964?

    CVE-2020-35964 affects FFmpeg version 4.3.1 specifically.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2020-35964?

    CVE-2020-35964 involves an out-of-bounds write caused by incorrect extradata packing in the track_header function.

  • Can CVE-2020-35964 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2020-35964 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate media files processed by the affected FFmpeg version.

Contact

SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
132 Wickham Terrace
Fortitude Valley,
QLD 4006, Australia
info@secalerts.co
By using SecAlerts services, you agree to our services end-user license agreement. This website is safeguarded by reCAPTCHA and governed by the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. All names, logos, and brands of products are owned by their respective owners, and any usage of these names, logos, and brands for identification purposes only does not imply endorsement. If you possess any content that requires removal, please get in touch with us.
© 2025 SecAlerts Pty Ltd.
ABN: 70 645 966 203, ACN: 645 966 203