CVE-2021-46042: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Jan 6, 2022
·Updated
A Pointer Dereference Vulnerability exists in GPAC 1.0.1 via the fseeko function, which causes a Denial of Service.
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-2021-46042?
CVE-2021-46042 is classified as a Denial of Service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2021-46042?
To fix CVE-2021-46042, 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-2021-46042?
CVE-2021-46042 affects GPAC version 1.0.1 and earlier versions up to 0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4.
4
What is the root cause of CVE-2021-46042?
CVE-2021-46042 is caused by a pointer dereference vulnerability in the _fseeko function.
5
Is CVE-2021-46042 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2021-46042 specifically affects the Debian operating system where GPAC is used.