CVE-2025-57613: Null Pointer Dereference

Published Sep 2, 2025
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Updated

An issue was discovered in rust-ffmpeg 0.3.0 (after comit 5ac0527) A null pointer dereference vulnerability in the input() constructor function allows an attacker to cause a denial of service. The vulnerability is triggered when the avioalloccontext() call fails and returns NULL, which is then stored and later dereferenced by the Io struct's Drop implementation.

Affected Software

2 affected components
FFmpeg rust-ffmpeg>0.3.0
Meh.schizofreni Rust-ffmpeg=0.3.0

Event History

Sep 2, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2025-57613?

CVE-2025-57613 has a severity that may lead to denial of service due to a null pointer dereference.

2

How do I fix CVE-2025-57613?

To fix CVE-2025-57613, ensure that the avio_alloc_context() call is properly checked for null before use.

3

Which versions of rust-ffmpeg are affected by CVE-2025-57613?

CVE-2025-57613 affects rust-ffmpeg version 0.3.0.

4

Can CVE-2025-57613 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2025-57613 can be exploited remotely, potentially causing denial of service.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2025-57613?

CVE-2025-57613 is classified as a null pointer dereference vulnerability.

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