CVE-2021-38380
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 1.53%
Last modified
CVE-2021-38380 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Live555 through 1.08 mishandles huge requests for the same MP3 stream, leading to recursion and s stack-based buffer over-read. An attacker can leverage this to launch a DoS attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Live555 through 1.08 mishandles huge requests for the same MP3 stream, leading to recursion and s stack-based buffer over-read. An attacker can leverage this to launch a DoS attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Live555 | Live555 | < 2021.08.04 |
References
- http://lists.live555.com/pipermail/live-devel/2021-August/021954.htmlExploit, Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.live555.com/pipermail/live-devel/2021-August/021954.htmlExploit, Mailing List, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-38380?
Live555 through 1.08 mishandles huge requests for the same MP3 stream, leading to recursion and s stack-based buffer over-read. An attacker can leverage this to launch a DoS attack.
How severe is CVE-2021-38380?
CVE-2021-38380 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-38380?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-38380?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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