Bug 2525330 (CVE-2026-38344)

Summary: CVE-2026-38344 ffmpeg: FFmpeg: Denial of Service via crafted video file
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Version: unspecifiedCC: bbrownin, gtanzill, jbuscemi
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A flaw was found in FFmpeg. This vulnerability involves a NULL pointer dereference within the `get_min_buffer_size` function when processing specially crafted video files. An attacker could exploit this by providing a malicious video file, leading to a Denial of Service (DoS). A Denial of Service attack prevents legitimate users from accessing a service or resource.
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Bug Depends On: 2536101, 2536102    
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Description OSIDB Bzimport 2026-08-27 23:35:08 UTC
A NULL pointer dereference in the get_min_buffer_size function (/libswscale/slice.c) of FFmpeg N-122528-gdd2976b9e1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted video file.