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Stack Buffer Overflow in FFmpeg SDT implementation

IdentifiersCVE-2026-39214CWE-121

CVE-2026-39214 is a stack buffer overflow in FFmpeg's Service Description Table (SDT) implementation. According to the provided reporting, the flaw was introduced in 2003 and remained latent for approximately 23 years. The available context identifies the bug class and affected component, but does not provide the specific vulnerable function, code path, or trigger condition beyond the SDT implementation itself.

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Successful exploitation can cause stack-based memory corruption in FFmpeg while parsing attacker-controlled media data associated with the SDT implementation. Depending on compilation settings, platform protections, and exact overwrite conditions, impact may range from process crash and denial of service to potential arbitrary code execution. The provided content does not include a confirmed exploitation outcome for this specific CVE.

Mitigation

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Until patched builds are deployed, reduce exposure by avoiding ingestion of untrusted media streams or files that exercise MPEG-TS/SDT parsing paths, especially in network-facing or automated transcoding workflows. Isolate FFmpeg-based processing in sandboxes or containers, restrict reachable input sources, and disable or gate unnecessary media parsing pipelines where operationally feasible. The specific mitigation options are limited by the lack of detailed trigger information in the provided content.

Remediation

Patch, then assume compromise.

Apply the upstream FFmpeg fix for CVE-2026-39214 or update to a vendor/distribution package that includes the patch. Because the flaw is described as fixed in the reporting, administrators should upgrade to the latest patched FFmpeg release available from their supplier and redeploy any applications or services statically bundling vulnerable FFmpeg code.
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