CVE-2023-40781

Summary

CVE-2023-40781 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting Libming, a library used for SWF file manipulation. The issue lies in the makeswf function, which can be exploited by a remote attacker. By supplying a specially crafted .swf file, an attacker can trigger the buffer overflow and cause a denial of service. This vulnerability poses a significant risk, as it can be exploited remotely and could potentially lead to more serious consequences beyond just a denial of service. It is crucial that users of Libming v.0.4.8 apply the necessary patches or upgrades to mitigate this vulnerability.

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