CVE-2021-46039: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Jan 6, 2022
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Updated

A Pointer Dereference Vulnerabilty exists in GPAC 1.0.1 via the shiftchunkoffsets.part function, 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 6, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-46039?

CVE-2021-46039 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-46039?

To fix CVE-2021-46039, update GPAC to version 1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u3 or 2.2.1+dfsg1-3.

3

Which versions of GPAC are affected by CVE-2021-46039?

GPAC versions up to and including 1.0.1 and up to 0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5 are affected.

4

What causes the CVE-2021-46039 vulnerability?

CVE-2021-46039 is caused by a pointer dereference issue within the shift_chunk_offsets.part function.

5

Is there a known exploit for CVE-2021-46039?

While CVE-2021-46039 can result in Denial of Service, specific exploits have not been publicly disclosed.

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