CVE-2008-4201
UnknownEPSS 6.65%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4201 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the decodeMP4file function (frontend/main.c) in FAAD2 2.6.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted MPEG-4 (MP4) file.. EPSS estimates a 6.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the decodeMP4file function (frontend/main.c) in FAAD2 2.6.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted MPEG-4 (MP4) file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audiocoding | Faad2 | <= 2.6.1 | — |
| Audiocoding | Faad2 | 1.1 | — |
| Audiocoding | Faad2 | 2.0 | Rc1 |
| Audiocoding | Faad2 | 2.5 | — |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32006Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32661Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2601Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32006Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32661Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2601Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4201?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the decodeMP4file function (frontend/main.c) in FAAD2 2.6.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted MPEG-4 (MP4) file.
How severe is CVE-2008-4201?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4201 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4201?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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