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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2021-45260
CVE-2021-45260:
NixOS vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A null pointer dereference vulnerability was discovered in gpac version 1.1.0 in the lsrreadid.part function. The vulnerability was assigned CVE-2021-45260 and was disclosed in December 2021. The affected software is gpac 1.1.0, specifically the MP4Box component (GitHub Issue, NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability exists in the lsrreadid.part function of gpac 1.1.0. When triggered, it causes a null pointer dereference that results in a segmentation fault and application crash. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 5.5 (Medium), with the vector string CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H (NVD).
Impact
When exploited, the vulnerability leads to a segmentation fault and application crash, affecting the availability of the system. The impact is limited to denial of service with no direct impact on confidentiality or integrity (NVD).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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