CVE-2026-33144: GPAC MP4Box Heap Buffer Overflow Write in gf_xml_parse_bit_sequence_bs (NHML BS Parsing)

Published Mar 20, 2026
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Updated

GPAC is an open-source multimedia framework. Prior to commit 86b0e36, a heap-based buffer overflow (write) vulnerability was discovered in GPAC MP4Box. The vulnerability exists in the gfxmlparsebitsequencebs function in utils/xmlbincustom.c when processing a crafted NHML file containing malicious <BS> (BitSequence) elements. An attacker can exploit this by providing a specially crafted NHML file, causing an out-of-bounds write on the heap. This issue has been via commit 86b0e36.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Gpac MP4Box<86b0e36
Gpac GPAC<2026-03-17

Event History

Mar 20, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:17 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-33144?

The severity of CVE-2026-33144 is considered high due to the potential for remote code execution via heap buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-33144?

To fix CVE-2026-33144, upgrade GPAC MP4Box to version 86b0e36 or later.

3

What are the consequences of CVE-2026-33144?

The consequences of CVE-2026-33144 include potential exploitation leading to arbitrary code execution on vulnerable systems.

4

Which versions of GPAC MP4Box are affected by CVE-2026-33144?

Versions of GPAC MP4Box prior to commit 86b0e36 are affected by CVE-2026-33144.

5

Is CVE-2026-33144 related to XML parsing vulnerabilities?

Yes, CVE-2026-33144 involves a heap buffer overflow vulnerability during XML parsing associated with NHML BS.

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