CVE-2022-41743

NGINX ngx_http_hls_module vulnerability CVE-2022-41743

Description

NGINX Plus before versions R27 P1 and R26 P1 have a vulnerability in the module ngx_http_hls_module that might allow a local attacker to corrupt NGINX worker memory, resulting in its crash or potential other impact using a specially crafted audio or video file. The issue affects only NGINX Plus when the hls directive is used in the configuration file. Further, the attack is possible only if an attacker can trigger processing of a specially crafted audio or video file with the module ngx_http_hls_module.

Category

7.0
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Vendor Advisory f5.com
Affected: F5 NGINX Plus
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://support.f5.com/csp/article/K01112063 mitigation vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-41743?
CVE-2022-41743 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-41743?
To fix CVE-2022-41743, 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-2022-41743 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2022-41743 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-2022-41743?
CVE-2022-41743 affects F5 NGINX Plus.
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