Description
The decode_uncompressed function in libavcodec/faxcompr.c in FFmpeg before 2.8.2 does not validate uncompressed runs, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds array access) or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted CCITT FAX data.
Fixed in Linux distributions
Distributions backport fixes, so the version that fixes this vulnerability differs per release — upgrade to at least the version shown. From the distributions' security trackers and advisories.
Debian
Security tracker ↗| Release | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debian 14 | ffmpeg | 7:2.8.2-1 | — |
| Debian 13 | ffmpeg | 7:2.8.2-1 | — |
| Debian 12 | ffmpeg | 7:2.8.2-1 | — |
openSUSE
Security tracker ↗| Release | Package | Fixed in | Advisory |
|---|---|---|---|
| openSUSE Tumbleweed | ffmpeg-4 | 4.4-5.2 | openSUSE-SU-2024:10754-1 |
Advisories 1
- openSUSE-SU-2024:10754-1 ffmpeg-4-4.4-5.2 on GA media SUSE / openSUSE Security Updates · Feb 4, 2026