CVE-2022-38862: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Sep 15 2022(Updated: )
Certain The MPlayer Project products are vulnerable to Buffer Overflow via function play() of libaf/af.c:639. This affects mplayer SVN-r38374-13.0.1 and mencoder SVN-r38374-13.0.1.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| MPlayerHQ MEncoder | =svn-r38374-13.0.1 | |
| Gapless Player SimZip | =svn-r38374-13.0.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-38862?
CVE-2022-38862 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for buffer overflow exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2022-38862?
To fix CVE-2022-38862, users should upgrade to a patched version of MPlayer or MEncoder that addresses the buffer overflow issue.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-38862?
CVE-2022-38862 affects MPlayer and MEncoder version svn-r38374-13.0.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2022-38862?
CVE-2022-38862 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to code execution.
Who is affected by CVE-2022-38862?
Users of MPlayer and MEncoder version svn-r38374-13.0.1 are at risk due to CVE-2022-38862.
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