CVE-2023-33718 Memory corruption in n/a

High 8.8 Published Updated

A memory leak in the MP4File::ReadString function allows attackers to cause a denial of service via crafted MP4 files.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2023-33718?

CVE-2023-33718 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 31 May 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

mp4v2 v2.1.3 was discovered to contain a memory leak via MP4File::ReadString() at mp4file_io.cpp

Weakness: CWE-401

Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-33718?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Mp4v2 Project Mp4v2.

How do I fix CVE-2023-33718?

No fix has been published for CVE-2023-33718 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-2023-33718 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2023-33718 exists.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-rhxx-5274-w2gp, UBUNTU-CVE-2023-33718.

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