CVE-2026-38348: n/a
Description
CVE-2026-38348 is an integer overflow vulnerability in the libswscale/utils.c component of FFmpeg N-122528-gdd2976b9e1. This flaw allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) by supplying a crafted image file. The vulnerability has a high severity rating with a CVSS score of 7.5. No patch or official remediation information is currently available.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
An integer overflow exists in the libswscale/utils.c component of FFmpeg identified by CVE-2026-38348. When processing specially crafted image files, this vulnerability can be triggered to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) condition. The issue relates to improper handling of integer values leading to overflow, classified under CWE-190. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no vendor advisory or patch information is provided at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in a Denial of Service (DoS) affecting the availability of the FFmpeg component processing the crafted image file. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity impact. The attack can be performed remotely without privileges or user interaction.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, avoid processing untrusted or suspicious image files with the affected FFmpeg component.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-06T00:00:00.000Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a916b37acd9273b49cabd6d
Added to database: 08/28/2026, 11:04:23 UTC
Last enriched: 09/08/2026, 09:22:32 UTC
Last updated: 10/12/2026, 18:48:19 UTC
Views: 53
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