CVE-2026-28764: Buffer Overflow
Published May 21, 2026
·Updated
MediaArea MediaInfoLib LXF element parsing heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability
Affected Software
2 affected components
MediaArea MediaInfoLib
MediaArea MediaInfoLib=26.01
Event History
May 21, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:52 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:52 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2026-28764?
The severity of CVE-2026-28764 is high, rated at 7.8.
2
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-28764?
CVE-2026-28764 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
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How does CVE-2026-28764 affect MediaArea MediaInfoLib?
CVE-2026-28764 affects MediaArea MediaInfoLib by allowing potential attackers to exploit the parsing of LXF elements.
4
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2026-28764?
Exploiting CVE-2026-28764 could lead to unauthorized code execution, data leakage, or system crashes.
5
How can I mitigate CVE-2026-28764?
To mitigate CVE-2026-28764, users should update MediaArea MediaInfoLib to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.