CVE-2021-44927: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Dec 21, 2021
·Updated
A null pointer dereference vulnerability exists in gpac 1.1.0 in the gfsgvrmlmfappend function, which causes a segmentation fault and application crash.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Gpac GPAC=1.1.0
Event History
Dec 21, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2021-44927?
CVE-2021-44927 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2021-44927?
To fix CVE-2021-44927, you should upgrade to a patched version of GPAC that addresses this null pointer dereference vulnerability.
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What causes CVE-2021-44927?
CVE-2021-44927 is caused by a null pointer dereference in the gf_sg_vrml_mf_append function within GPAC 1.1.0.
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What impact does CVE-2021-44927 have?
The impact of CVE-2021-44927 is a segmentation fault and application crash which can lead to denial of service.
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Is CVE-2021-44927 exploitable remotely?
CVE-2021-44927 can potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can trick a user into opening a malicious file processed by the GPAC software.