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CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2023-51796: 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/f_reverse.c:269:26 in areverse_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-2023-51796?

    CVE-2023-51796 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-51796?

    To fix CVE-2023-51796, update ffmpeg to version 7:6.0-6ubuntu1.1 for Ubuntu or to one of the specified versions for Debian.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2023-51796?

    CVE-2023-51796 affects users of ffmpeg versions prior to 7:6.1.1-4 and 7:6.1.1-5 on Debian and specified Ubuntu versions.

  • What components are involved in CVE-2023-51796?

    CVE-2023-51796 involves a buffer overflow vulnerability located in libavfilter/f_reverse.c within the ffmpeg library.

  • Can CVE-2023-51796 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2023-51796 is a local vulnerability, meaning exploitation requires local access to the system.

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