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CVE-2023-51795: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Apr 19 2024(Updated: )

Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Ffmpeg v.N113007-g8d24a28d06 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the libavfilter/avf_showspectrum.c:1789:52 component in showspectrumpic_request_frame

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ubuntu/ffmpeg<7:6.0-6ubuntu1.1
7:6.0-6ubuntu1.1
debian/ffmpeg<=7:6.1.1-4<=7:6.1.1-5
7:4.3.6-0+deb11u1
7:4.3.7-0+deb11u1
7:5.1.5-0+deb12u1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-51795?

    CVE-2023-51795 is classified as a high severity buffer overflow vulnerability that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-51795?

    To fix CVE-2023-51795, users should upgrade to fixed versions of FFmpeg, specifically 7:6.0-6ubuntu1.1 for Ubuntu or versions like 7:4.3.6-0+deb11u1 for Debian.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-51795?

    CVE-2023-51795 affects specific versions of the FFmpeg package in Ubuntu and Debian distributions.

  • What component is responsible for CVE-2023-51795?

    CVE-2023-51795 is associated with the showspectrumpic_request_frame function in the libavfilter/avf_showspectrum.c component.

  • Can CVE-2023-51795 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2023-51795 requires local access for exploitation, which limits its potential impact as a remote vulnerability.

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