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HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2026-30997

An out-of-bounds read in the read_global_param() function (libavcodec/av1dec.c) of FFmpeg v8.0.1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted input.

Vulnerability Description

An out-of-bounds read in the read_global_param() function (libavcodec/av1dec.c) of FFmpeg v8.0.1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted input.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
FfmpegFfmpeg<= 8.0.1

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-125

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-30997?

CVE-2026-30997 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). An out-of-bounds read in the read_global_param() function (libavcodec/av1dec.c) of FFmpeg v8.0.1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via a crafted input.

How severe is CVE-2026-30997?

CVE-2026-30997 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-30997?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ffmpeg Ffmpeg.