opencv / opencv/opencv-python

FFMPEG v8.1.1 vulnerabilities

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Description

The following vulnerabilities have been identified in the ffmpeg binaries shipped with version v5.0.0.93 of this package.

NAME SEVERITY VULNERABILITY INSTALLED FIXED IN
ffmpeg High CVE-2026-70632 v8.1.1 v9 
ffmpeg High CVE-2026-70628 v8.1.1 v9 
ffmpeg Medium CVE-2026-70631 v8.1.1 v9 
ffmpeg Medium CVE-2026-70629 v8.1.1 v9 
ffmpeg Medium CVE-2026-70630 v8.1.1 v9 
Files
  • libavcodec-c4204469.so.62.28.101
  • libavformat-4762a711.so.62.12.101
  • libavutil-befbbc48.so.60.26.101
  • libswresample-2dfded3b.so.6.3.101

References

  • #1258
  • #1248
  • #1255
  • #1261

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Research direction

Start by reviewing references #1258, #1248, #1255, and #1261, then locate the packaging or build entry point that produces the listed shared libraries. Confirm how the shipped ffmpeg version is selected and verify that the resulting packages no longer include v8.1.1 or the five listed CVEs, with the update to v9 reflected in the built artifacts.

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Domain
security
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Active
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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