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CVE-2018-6621

The decode_frame function in libavcodec/utvideodec.c in FFmpeg through 3.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out of array read) via a crafted AVI file.

Severity
Medium 6.5
Published
5 Feb 2018
Last changed
17 Jun 2026
Added to UpHeron
1 Nov 2026
Exploit chance
2.2% in the next 30 daysHigher than 82% of CVEs. EPSS by FIRST, 11 Nov 2026
Weakness
Out-of-bounds read (CWE-125)
Attack
Over the network · No login needed · Needs someone to click or open something
Attacker can
Take it down
CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Sources
NVD

Affected software

SoftwareAffected versions
FFmpegServers and applications · cpe:a:ffmpeg:ffmpeg
  • Every version up to 3.2

References

  • NVD https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2018-6621
  • CVE.org https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2018-6621