DSA-5552: -1 ffmpeg -- security update

Published Nov 12, 2023
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Updated

ffmpeg - security update

Other sources

Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the FFmpeg multimedia framework, which could result in denial of service or potentially the execution of arbitrary code if malformed files/streams are processed.

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
debian/ffmpeg
debian/ffmpeg
7:5.1.9-0+deb12u1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/ffmpeg to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 7:5.1.9-0+deb12u1

Event History

Nov 12, 2023
Advisory Published
12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is DSA-5552-1?

DSA-5552-1 is a security update for the FFmpeg multimedia framework.

2

What are the risks associated with DSA-5552-1?

The risks associated with DSA-5552-1 include denial of service and potential execution of arbitrary code if malformed files/streams are processed.

3

Which software is affected by DSA-5552-1?

The FFmpeg multimedia framework from the Debian source 'debian/ffmpeg' is affected by DSA-5552-1.

4

Are there any known vulnerabilities associated with DSA-5552-1?

Yes, there are known vulnerabilities associated with DSA-5552-1. One of them is CVE-2022-4907.

5

How can I find more information about DSA-5552-1?

You can find more information about DSA-5552-1 on the Debian Security Tracker at https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2022-4907, and on the official Debian website at https://www.debian.org/security/2023/dsa-5552.

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