CVE-2021-46038: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Jan 5, 2022
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Updated

A Pointer Dereference vulnerability exists in GPAC 1.0.1 in unlinkchunk.isra, which causes a Denial of Service (context-dependent).

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=1.0.1

Event History

Jan 5, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-46038?

CVE-2021-46038 has been identified as a Denial of Service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-46038?

To remediate CVE-2021-46038, upgrade GPAC to version 1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u3 or 2.2.1+dfsg1-3.

3

Which versions of GPAC are affected by CVE-2021-46038?

GPAC version 1.0.1 is affected by CVE-2021-46038, specifically versions up to 0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5.

4

What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2021-46038?

The CVE-2021-46038 vulnerability is caused by a Pointer Dereference issue in unlink_chunk.isra.

5

What type of impact does CVE-2021-46038 have on systems?

CVE-2021-46038 can lead to a Denial of Service, affecting the availability of the system.

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