REDHAT-BUG-2520572: Buffer Overflow
GStreamer OGG File Parsing Stack-based Buffer Overflow Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GStreamer. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
The specific flaw exists within the parsing of OGG files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of the length of user-supplied data prior to copying it to a stack-based buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-29584.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What must an attacker do to exploit this issue?
The attacker must persuade a user to visit a malicious page or open a malicious OGG file. Exploitation occurs through parsing attacker-controlled OGG data.
What level of access could successful exploitation provide?
Successful exploitation can execute arbitrary code in the context of the current process. The resulting privileges depend on the permissions of the process handling the malicious content.
How can I determine whether an attempted attack may be relevant?
Investigate whether affected GStreamer processes parsed untrusted OGG files or content from untrusted web pages. The provided information does not include specific indicators of compromise or affected version details.