Description
GStreamer MRF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GStreamer. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.

The specific flaw exists within the parsing of MRF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-29510.
Published: 2026-08-20
Score: 7.8 High
EPSS: < 1% Very Low
KEV: No
Impact: n/a
Action: n/a
AI Analysis

Impact

GStreamer is vulnerable to an out‑of‑bounds write in the MRF file parser. The flaw arises because the parser does not properly validate user‑supplied data, allowing an attacker to write data past the end of a buffer. This can lead to arbitrary code execution in the context of the process that parses the file.

Affected Systems

The vulnerability affects all GStreamer installations that support MRF files. No specific product or version ranges are disclosed, so any system running an affected version of GStreamer can be compromised. Systems with the MRF plugin enabled are at greatest risk.

Risk and Exploitability

The CVSS score is 7.8, indicating high risk. EPSS data is not available, and the issue is not listed in KEV. Exploitation requires user interaction – the target must open a malicious MRF file or visit a page that triggers parsing. While the attack surface is limited to individuals who inadvertently expose the system to a malicious file or web page, the ability to execute arbitrary code makes the risk significant for environments where users view untrusted content.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 20, 2026 at 20:13 UTC.

Remediation

No vendor fix or workaround currently provided.

OpenCVE Recommended Actions

  • Apply the latest GStreamer release that contains the patch for the MRF parser.
  • If an update is not immediately possible, disable the MRF plugin or restrict the system from processing MRF files in favor of a sandboxed component.
  • Restrict user permissions to prevent ordinary users from opening MRF files from untrusted sources, and enforce browsing policies that block access to malicious web pages.

Generated by OpenCVE AI on August 20, 2026 at 20:13 UTC.

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History

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
First Time appeared Gstreamer
Gstreamer gstreamer
Vendors & Products Gstreamer
Gstreamer gstreamer

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 16:45:00 +0000

Type Values Removed Values Added
Description GStreamer MRF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of GStreamer. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of MRF files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a write past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-29510.
Title GStreamer MRF File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Weaknesses CWE-787
References
Metrics cvssV3_0

{'score': 7.8, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H'}


Subscriptions

Gstreamer Gstreamer
cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: zdi

Published:

Updated: 2026-08-21T03:57:08.049Z

Reserved: 2026-07-29T17:10:18.821Z

Link: CVE-2026-18295

cve-icon Vulnrichment

No data.

cve-icon NVD

Status : Received

Published: 2026-08-20T17:17:26.260

Modified: 2026-08-21T04:17:58.863

Link: CVE-2026-18295

cve-icon Redhat

No data.

cve-icon OpenCVE Enrichment

Updated: 2026-08-20T20:15:04Z

Weaknesses