NGINX ngx_http_hls_module vulnerability CVE-2022-41743
Published Oct 19, 2022 · Updated Oct 23, 2026 · Also known as BIT-nginx-ingress-controller-2022-41743
Original summary
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NGINX ngx_http_hls_module vulnerability CVE-2022-41743
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QFinch assessment
NGINX Plus before versions R27 P1 and R26 P1 have a vulnerability in the module ngx_http_hls_module that might allow a local attacker to corrupt NGINX worker memory, resulting in its crash or potential other impact using a specially crafted audio or video file. The issue affects only NGINX Plus when the hls directive is used in the configuration file. Further, the attack is possible only if an attacker can trigger processing of a specially crafted audio or video file with the module ngx_http_hls_module.
Evidence: public source recordsAffected products
| Affected package, product or range | Fix status |
|---|---|
| Consult the referenced vendor advisory for affected versions. | Consult source advisory |
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Remediation
Apply the vendor-supported fixed release or mitigation, then verify the affected component is no longer reachable.
- Confirm the affected product and reachable code path exist in your environment.
- Apply the vendor-supported patch or mitigation from the primary advisory.
- Rescan the exact deployed revision and retain verification evidence.
Evidence coverage
- SSVC priority
- MEDIUM
- Confidence
- 10%
- Aliases
- BIT-nginx-ingress-controller-2022-41743
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Sources and record history
Record history
Published Oct 19, 2022 · Last refreshed Oct 23, 2026