CVE-2023-51797: 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_showwaves.c:722:24 in showwaves_filter_frame
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FFmpeg |
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Reference Links
- https://ffmpeg.org/
- https://github.com/FFmpeg/FFmpeg
- https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10756
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/LE3ASLH6QF2E5OVJI5VA3JSEPJFFFMNY/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/IPETICRXUOGRIM4U3BCRTIKE3IZWCSBT/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce%40lists.fedoraproject.org/message/6G7EYH2JAK5OJPVNC6AXYQ5K7YGYNCDN/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-51797?
CVE-2023-51797 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2023-51797?
To fix CVE-2023-51797, upgrade to the latest version of FFmpeg that includes the patch addressing this buffer overflow vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-51797?
CVE-2023-51797 affects local users of FFmpeg versions prior to the patch release that addresses this vulnerability.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-51797?
CVE-2023-51797 is a buffer overflow vulnerability specifically found in the showwaves_filter_frame function in FFmpeg.
Can CVE-2023-51797 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2023-51797 cannot be exploited remotely as it requires local access to the system running the vulnerable FFmpeg software.
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