CVE-2013-7019: The get_cox function in libavcodec/jpeg2000dec.c in FFmpeg before 2.1 does not properly validate the reduct...

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CVE-2013-7019 is an FFmpeg JPEG2000 parsing flaw fixed in FFmpeg 2.1. A crafted JPEG2000 file could crash software using vulnerable FFmpeg, and the CVE notes possible unspecified additional impact. The main business risk is disruption to media-processing services that accept untrusted images or video containers. Exposure is most likely where FFmpeg or libavcodec before 2.1 processes untrusted JPEG2000 data, including upload pipelines, thumbnailers, transcoders, media indexing, or automated attachment inspection. Systems using distribution-backported FFmpeg packages need vendor advisory review rather than version-only assumptions. Medium priority for most environments, higher where untrusted media is processed automatically. The evidence supports denial-of-service risk, not confirmed active exploitation. Address during normal vulnerability remediation, accelerating for public upload or automated media workflows. Mitigation focus: Upgrade FFmpeg/libavcodec to 2.1 or a vendor backported fixed package.; Prioritize internet-facing or user-upload media processing services.; Restrict untrusted JPEG2000 processing until patched where feasible..

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

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