CVE-2017-5847: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2017-5847: The gst_asf_demux_process_ext_content_desc function in gst/asfdemux/gstasfdemux.c in gst-plugins-ugly in GS...

The gst_asf_demux_process_ext_content_desc function in gst/asfdemux/gstasfdemux.c in gst-plugins-ugly in GStreamer allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds heap read) via vectors involving extended content descriptors.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 5, 2024, 15:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2017-5847 is a denial-of-service flaw in GStreamer gst-plugins-ugly ASF parsing. A crafted media item using extended content descriptors could trigger an out-of-bounds heap read and crash affected processing software. Treat it as availability risk for systems that ingest or preview untrusted media. Exposure is most likely on Linux desktops, media-processing servers, transcoders, preview services, or security tooling that includes GStreamer gst-plugins-ugly and parses ASF content from untrusted users or remote sources. The bundle does not identify cloud services, default configurations, or complete version ranges. Handle during normal vulnerability remediation, with faster action for internet-facing media upload or preview workflows. Business risk is service disruption rather than confirmed data theft. The lack of CVSS and incomplete version data means teams should rely on vendor package status, not broad assumptions. Mitigation focus: Update GStreamer gst-plugins-ugly packages using your operating system vendor advisories.; Prioritize Debian and Gentoo systems referenced by the supplied advisories.; Check upstream GStreamer guidance when distro package status is unclear..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 06:20 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 9, 2017, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
https://github.com/GStreamer/gst-plugins-ugly/commit/d21017b52a585f145e8d62781bcc1c5fefc7ee37CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
https://bugzilla.gnome.org/show_bug.cgi?id=777955#c3CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
GLSA-201705-10CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_GENTOO
[debian-lts-announce] 20200530 [SECURITY] [DLA 2226-1] gst-plugins-ugly0.10 security updateCVE reference · mailing-list, x_refsource_MLIST

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