CVE-2022-24577: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Mon Mar 14 2022(Updated: )
GPAC 1.0.1 is affected by a NULL pointer dereference in gf_utf8_wcslen. (gf_utf8_wcslen is a renamed Unicode utf8_wcslen function.)
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| debian/gpac | <=0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5 | 1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u3 2.2.1+dfsg1-3 |
| GPAC MP4Box | =1.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/blob/105d67985ff3c3f4b98a98f312e3d84ae77a4463/share/doc/man/gpac.1#L2226-L2229
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/blob/105d67985ff3c3f4b98a98f312e3d84ae77a4463/src/utils/utf.c#L35-L59
- https://huntr.dev/bounties/0758b3a2-8ff2-45fc-8543-7633d605d24e/
- https://www.debian.org/security/2023/dsa-5411
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/commit/586e817dcd531bb3e75438390f1f753cfe6e940a
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2022-24577
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-24577?
CVE-2022-24577 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for a NULL pointer dereference.
How do I fix CVE-2022-24577?
To fix CVE-2022-24577, upgrade GPAC to version 1.0.1+dfsg1-4+deb11u3 or 2.2.1+dfsg1-3.
Which versions of GPAC are affected by CVE-2022-24577?
CVE-2022-24577 affects GPAC version 1.0.1 and all versions prior to 0.5.2-426-gc5ad4e4+dfsg5-5.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-24577?
CVE-2022-24577 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability.
Where is CVE-2022-24577 located in the code?
CVE-2022-24577 is found in the gf_utf8_wcslen function within GPAC's source code.
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