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Advisory Published
Advisory Published

ZDI-CAN-22299: ZDI-23-1647: GStreamer MXF File Parsing Use-After-Free Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

First published: Wed Nov 15 2023(Updated: )

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GStreamer. Interaction with this library is required to exploit this vulnerability but attack vectors may vary depending on the implementation. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of MXF video files. The issue results from the lack of validating the existence of an object prior to performing operations on the object. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of ZDI-CAN-22299?

    The severity of ZDI-CAN-22299 is considered high due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix ZDI-CAN-22299?

    To fix ZDI-CAN-22299, it is recommended to update to the latest version of GStreamer that addresses the vulnerability.

  • What is the impact of ZDI-CAN-22299?

    The impact of ZDI-CAN-22299 is that remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

  • How is ZDI-CAN-22299 exploited?

    ZDI-CAN-22299 can be exploited through various attack vectors that require interaction with the GStreamer library.

  • Is ZDI-CAN-22299 related to specific software versions?

    Yes, ZDI-CAN-22299 affects specific installations of GStreamer that have not been patched.

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