CVE-2023-49501
HIGHCVSS 8/10EPSS 0.39%
Last modified
CVE-2023-49501 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8/10 on the CVSS scale. Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Ffmpeg v.n6.1-3-g466799d4f5 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the config_eq_output function in the libavfilter/asrc_afirsrc.c:495:30 component.. EPSS estimates a 0.39% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Ffmpeg v.n6.1-3-g466799d4f5 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the config_eq_output function in the libavfilter/asrc_afirsrc.c:495:30 component.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 6.1 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 38 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 39 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 40 |
References
- https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10686Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10686#no1Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10686Exploit, Issue Tracking
- https://trac.ffmpeg.org/ticket/10686#no1Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2023-49501?
Buffer Overflow vulnerability in Ffmpeg v.n6.1-3-g466799d4f5 allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the config_eq_output function in the libavfilter/asrc_afirsrc.c:495:30 component.
How severe is CVE-2023-49501?
CVE-2023-49501 has a CVSS score of 8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.39% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2023-49501?
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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