CVE-2021-41396: Live555 through 1.08 does not handle socket connections properly.

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2021-41396 affects Live555 through 1.08. A rapid surge of incoming socket connections can trigger error handling that causes a heap-based buffer overflow, which the CVE description says can be used for denial of service. Exposure is most likely where Live555 through 1.08 is used in network-facing media, streaming, or RTSP-related services. The bundle does not name downstream products, packages, ports, or CPEs. Treat this as a service-availability risk for any exposed Live555-backed media service. Prioritize inventory and exposure reduction first because the provided sources do not confirm active exploitation or a named patch level. Mitigation focus: Identify any Live555 deployments or embedded dependencies through version 1.08.; Check Live555 changelog and vendor guidance for corrected versions.; Restrict internet access to affected services where operationally feasible..

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Jun 2, 2026, 02:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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