CVE-2013-7015: The flashsv_decode_frame function in libavcodec/flashsv.c in FFmpeg before 2.1 does not properly validate a...

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CVE-2013-7015 is a flaw in FFmpeg’s Flash Screen Video decoder. A malicious media file could crash software that decodes it, causing service interruption. The public record says other impact is possible but unspecified, and it does not show active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where vulnerable FFmpeg/libavcodec versions process untrusted media, such as upload scanners, transcoders, preview generators, or archival workflows. The source bundle’s structured affected-product data is incomplete, but the description names FFmpeg before 2.1. Prioritize remediation for internet-facing or customer-facing media processing systems. This is not supported as actively exploited by the provided sources, but crafted files could disrupt services that rely on vulnerable FFmpeg decoding. Mitigation focus: Upgrade FFmpeg to a vendor-supported version containing the FFmpeg 2.1-era fix.; Apply relevant distribution security updates from Debian, Gentoo, or your OS vendor.; Restrict untrusted Flash Screen Video processing until vulnerable decoders are updated..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:13 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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