CVE-2021-40572
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.86%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40572 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The binary MP4Box in Gpac 1.0.1 has a double-free bug in the av1dmx_finalize function in reframe_av1.c, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 0.86% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The binary MP4Box in Gpac 1.0.1 has a double-free bug in the av1dmx_finalize function in reframe_av1.c, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gpac | Gpac | 1.0.1 |
References
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/commit/7bb1b4a4dd23c885f9db9f577dfe79ecc5433109Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/issues/1893Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/commit/7bb1b4a4dd23c885f9db9f577dfe79ecc5433109Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/gpac/gpac/issues/1893Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40572?
The binary MP4Box in Gpac 1.0.1 has a double-free bug in the av1dmx_finalize function in reframe_av1.c, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2021-40572?
CVE-2021-40572 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.86% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40572?
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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