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CVE-2026-30998

Ffmpeg denial of service

7.5 HIGHPublic exploitEPSS 0.65%
  1. Published13 Apr 2026

Description

An improper resource deallocation and closure vulnerability in the tools/zmqsend.c component of FFmpeg v8.0.1 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted input file.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H

Affected products

Ffmpeg≤ 8.0.1

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-30998 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-30998 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.65%.

How severe is CVE-2026-30998?

CVE-2026-30998 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.5, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.65% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-30998?

Affected products include Ffmpeg.

How do I fix CVE-2026-30998?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.