CVE-2021-40575: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Jan 13 2022(Updated: )
The binary MP4Box in Gpac 1.0.1 has a null pointer dereference vulnerability in the mpgviddmx_process function in reframe_mpgvid.c, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service. This vulnerability is possibly due to an incomplete fix for CVE-2021-40566.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GPAC GPAC | =1.0.1 | |
| debian/gpac | <=0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5 | 1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u3 2.2.1+dfsg1-3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40575?
CVE-2021-40575 is a null pointer dereference vulnerability in the binary MP4Box in Gpac 1.0.1, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service.
How does CVE-2021-40575 affect Gpac?
CVE-2021-40575 affects Gpac version 1.0.1 and possibly version 2.0.0, allowing attackers to cause a denial of service.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-40575?
The severity of CVE-2021-40575 is not specified in the provided information.
How can I fix CVE-2021-40575?
To fix CVE-2021-40575, update Gpac to version 1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u3 or version 2.0.0+dfsg1-4.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-40575?
You can find more information about CVE-2021-40575 on the GitHub issue page and the Debian security tracker page provided in the references.
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