CVE-2022-3965

ffmpeg QuickTime Graphics Video Encoder smcenc.c smc_encode_stream out-of-bounds

Description

A vulnerability classified as problematic was found in ffmpeg. This vulnerability affects the function smc_encode_stream of the file libavcodec/smcenc.c of the component QuickTime Graphics Video Encoder. The manipulation of the argument y_size leads to out-of-bounds read. The attack can be initiated remotely. The name of the patch is 13c13109759090b7f7182480d075e13b36ed8edd. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue. The identifier of this vulnerability is VDB-213544.

Category

4.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory gentoo.org
Affected: unspecified ffmpeg
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References

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-3965?
CVE-2022-3965 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-3965?
To fix CVE-2022-3965, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2022-3965 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-3965 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2022-3965?
CVE-2022-3965 affects unspecified ffmpeg.
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