CVE-2024-31578: Use After Free
First published: Wed Apr 17 2024(Updated: )
FFmpeg version n6.1.1 was discovered to contain a heap use-after-free via the av_hwframe_ctx_init function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ubuntu/ffmpeg | <7:3.4.11-0ubuntu0.1+ | 7:3.4.11-0ubuntu0.1+ |
| ubuntu/ffmpeg | <7:4.2.7-0ubuntu0.1+ | 7:4.2.7-0ubuntu0.1+ |
| ubuntu/ffmpeg | <7:4.4.2-0ubuntu0.22.04.1+ | 7:4.4.2-0ubuntu0.22.04.1+ |
| ubuntu/ffmpeg | <7:6.0-6ubuntu1.1 | 7:6.0-6ubuntu1.1 |
| ubuntu/ffmpeg | <7:6.1.1-3ubuntu5+ | 7:6.1.1-3ubuntu5+ |
| debian/ffmpeg | <=7:4.3.6-0+deb11u1<=7:4.3.7-0+deb11u1<=7:5.1.5-0+deb12u1<=7:6.1.1-4<=7:6.1.1-5 |
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Reference Links
- https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2024-31578
- https://gist.github.com/1047524396/45400cce5859d78dcd3a62010df8d179
- https://ubuntu.com/security/notices/USN-6803-1
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-31578
- https://launchpad.net/bugs/cve/CVE-2024-31578
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2024-31578
- https://github.com/ffmpeg/ffmpeg/commit/3bb00c0a420c3ce83c6fafee30270d69622ccad7
- https://ubuntu.com/security/CVE-2024-31578
- 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/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/6G7EYH2JAK5OJPVNC6AXYQ5K7YGYNCDN/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/IPETICRXUOGRIM4U3BCRTIKE3IZWCSBT/
- https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/package-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/message/LE3ASLH6QF2E5OVJI5VA3JSEPJFFFMNY/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-31578?
CVE-2024-31578 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause a heap use-after-free condition.
How do I fix CVE-2024-31578?
To mitigate CVE-2024-31578, you should upgrade to a fixed version of FFmpeg as specified for your distribution.
Which versions of FFmpeg are affected by CVE-2024-31578?
FFmpeg version n6.1.1 is specifically affected by CVE-2024-31578, as well as other versions prior to the recommended remedial updates.
What platforms are impacted by CVE-2024-31578?
CVE-2024-31578 impacts Ubuntu and Debian distributions, particularly the outlined versions of the FFmpeg package.
Is there a known exploit for CVE-2024-31578?
While specific exploits for CVE-2024-31578 were not publicly disclosed, the nature of the vulnerability could lead to exploitation if left unpatched.
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