CVE-2022-47091 Memory corruption in n/a

High 7.8 Published 5 Jan 2023 Updated 10 Apr 2025

A buffer overflow in GPAC MP4box allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via crafted text files.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2022-47091?

CVE-2022-47091 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Gpac Gpac, published on 5 Jan 2023. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

GPAC MP4box 2.1-DEV-rev574-g9d5bb184b is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow in gf_text_process_sub function of filters/load_text.c

Weakness: CWE-120

Which versions are affected by CVE-2022-47091?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Gpac Gpac.

How do I fix CVE-2022-47091?

Apply the vendor's patch.

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

Is CVE-2022-47091 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2022-47091 exists.

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Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2022-47091, GHSA-w83v-j92q-f6xh, UBUNTU-CVE-2022-47091.