CVE-2021-45762: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 14, 2022
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Updated

GPAC v1.1.0 was discovered to contain an invalid memory address dereference via the function gfsgvrmlmfreset(). This vulnerability allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS).

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/gpac<=0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5
1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u32.2.1+dfsg1-3
Gpac GPAC=1.1.0

Event History

Jan 14, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-45762?

CVE-2021-45762 has a severity level that can lead to a Denial of Service (DoS) due to an invalid memory address dereference.

2

What software versions are affected by CVE-2021-45762?

CVE-2021-45762 affects GPAC version 1.1.0 and earlier, as well as specific Debian package versions up to 0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5.

3

How do I fix CVE-2021-45762?

To fix CVE-2021-45762, update GPAC to version 1.1.1 or later, or upgrade to the recommended Debian package versions.

4

Can CVE-2021-45762 lead to system exploitation?

CVE-2021-45762 primarily causes Denial of Service, but does not allow for remote code execution or system exploitation.

5

Is there evidence of exploitation for CVE-2021-45762?

As of now, there have been no public reports of active exploitation related to CVE-2021-45762.

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