CVE-2026-24677: FreeRDP has a heap-buffer-overflow in ecam_encoder_compress_h264

Published Feb 9, 2026
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Updated

FreeRDP is a free implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol. Prior to 3.22.0, ecamencodercompressh264 trusts server-controlled dimensions and does not validate the source buffer size, leading to an out-of-bounds read in swsscale. This vulnerability is fixed in 3.22.0.

Affected Software

2 affected components
FreeRDP freerdp<3.22.0
FreeRDP freerdp<3.22.0

Event History

Feb 9, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:16 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:16 PM
DescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Feb 27, 58104
Event
via FIRST·04:08 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-24677?

CVE-2026-24677 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution resulting from a heap-buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-24677?

To fix CVE-2026-24677, upgrade FreeRDP to version 3.22.0 or later, where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

What causes the CVE-2026-24677 vulnerability?

CVE-2026-24677 is caused by the ecam_encoder_compress_h264 function not validating server-controlled dimensions, leading to an out-of-bounds read.

4

Which versions of FreeRDP are affected by CVE-2026-24677?

FreeRDP versions prior to 3.22.0 are affected by CVE-2026-24677.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2026-24677 on systems using FreeRDP?

The potential impacts of CVE-2026-24677 include remote code execution and system compromise if exploited.

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