SB2015072813 - Ubuntu update for ffmpeg

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SB2015072813 - Ubuntu update for ffmpeg

Published: July 28, 2015 Updated: October 30, 2026

Security Bulletin ID SB2015072813
CSH Severity
High
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Code execution

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 vulnerability.


1) Stack-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2008-3162)

CWE-ID: CWE-121 - Stack-based buffer overflow

CVSSv4: []


The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error within the str_read_packet function in libavformat/psxstr.c when processing a crafted STR file that interleaves audio and video sectors. A remote unauthenticated attacker can trigger stack-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References