CVE-2008-4868
UnknownEPSS 2.30%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4868 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in the avcodec_close function in libavcodec/utils.c in FFmpeg 0.4.9 before r14787, as used by MPlayer, has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to a free "on random pointers.". EPSS estimates a 2.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unspecified vulnerability in the avcodec_close function in libavcodec/utils.c in FFmpeg 0.4.9 before r14787, as used by MPlayer, has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to a free "on random pointers."
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | <= 0.4.9 | Pre1 |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.3 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.3.1 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.3.2 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.3.3 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.3.4 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.0 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.2 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.3 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.4 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.5 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.6 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.7 | — |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 0.4.8 | — |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4868?
Unspecified vulnerability in the avcodec_close function in libavcodec/utils.c in FFmpeg 0.4.9 before r14787, as used by MPlayer, has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to a free "on random pointers."
How severe is CVE-2008-4868?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4868 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4868?
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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