FFMPEG version 4.1 contains a CWE-129: Improper Validation of Array Index vulnerability in libavcodec/cbs_av1.c that can result in Denial of service. This attack appears to be exploitable via specially crafted AV1 file has to be provided as input. This vulnerability appears to have been fixed in after commit b97a4b658814b2de8b9f2a3bce491c002d34de31.
This vulnerability carries a MEDIUM severity rating with a CVSS v3.1 score of 6.5, indicating it can be exploited remotely over the network with relatively low complexity though user interaction is required and does not require pre-existing privileges . The vulnerability impacts and availability (service disruption) for affected systems. Impacting 1 product from ffmpeg organizations running these solutions should prioritize assessment and patching.
First disclosed in 2019, this vulnerability was reported during a period defined by widespread IoT adoption challenges, mobile security concerns, and the emergence of advanced persistent threat (APT) techniques. Contemporary mitigation strategies focused on secure development practices and third-party component vetting.
2019-02-04T21:29:01.283
2024-11-21T04:17:41.023
Modified
CVSSv3.0: 6.5 (MEDIUM)
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
8.6
2.9
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