CVE-2014-125024 FFmpeg lag_decode_frame memory corruption

High 7.3 Published 19 Jun 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025

Remote attackers can exploit memory corruption in FFmpeg's lag_decode_frame function to potentially execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2014-125024?

CVE-2014-125024 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Ffmpeg Ffmpeg, published on 19 Jun 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability was found in FFmpeg 2.0. It has been rated as critical. Affected by this issue is the function lag_decode_frame. The manipulation leads to memory corruption. The attack may be launched remotely. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.

Weakness: CWE-787, CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-125024?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ffmpeg Ffmpeg.

How do I fix CVE-2014-125024?

No fix has been published for CVE-2014-125024 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2014-125024 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-125024 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-6h95-7xvr-jhm2.