A new update for FFmpeg has been released for Slackware Linux 15.0, identified as ffmpeg (SSA:2025-143-01). This update addresses several security vulnerabilities and bugs, enhancing the overall stability and security of the software.
Details from the Slackware 15.0 ChangeLog indicate that the FFmpeg package has been upgraded to version 4.4.6. The update resolves critical security issues, including vulnerabilities documented under the following CVEs: CVE-2023-49502, CVE-2025-0518, and CVE-2025-22919. For users concerned about security, it is essential to review these CVEs for more context on the specific vulnerabilities that have been patched.
The updated packages for both the i586 and x86_64 architectures can be found at the following links:
- For Slackware 15.0 (i586): [Download Link](ftp://ftp.slackware.com/pub/slackware/slackware-15.0/patches/packages/ffmpeg-4.4.6-i586-1_slack15.0.txz)
- For Slackware x86_64 15.0: [Download Link](ftp://ftp.slackware.com/pub/slackware/slackware64-15.0/patches/packages/ffmpeg-4.4.6-x86_64-1_slack15.0.txz)
MD5 signatures for verifying the integrity of the downloaded packages are provided:
- i586 package: `c9a4d5bba8bf70c1c94b16a6ce50cd80`
- x86_64 package: `00957f2832fe7c77869d84e188579918`
To install the update, users should execute the following command as root:
The Slackware Linux Security Team encourages all users to keep their systems up to date and highlights the importance of security in software management.
In addition, users can find more resources and support by visiting the official Slackware website or accessing additional mirror sites listed under the "Get Slack" section. For further assistance, users may also consult the Slackware community or support forums
Details from the Slackware 15.0 ChangeLog indicate that the FFmpeg package has been upgraded to version 4.4.6. The update resolves critical security issues, including vulnerabilities documented under the following CVEs: CVE-2023-49502, CVE-2025-0518, and CVE-2025-22919. For users concerned about security, it is essential to review these CVEs for more context on the specific vulnerabilities that have been patched.
The updated packages for both the i586 and x86_64 architectures can be found at the following links:
- For Slackware 15.0 (i586): [Download Link](ftp://ftp.slackware.com/pub/slackware/slackware-15.0/patches/packages/ffmpeg-4.4.6-i586-1_slack15.0.txz)
- For Slackware x86_64 15.0: [Download Link](ftp://ftp.slackware.com/pub/slackware/slackware64-15.0/patches/packages/ffmpeg-4.4.6-x86_64-1_slack15.0.txz)
MD5 signatures for verifying the integrity of the downloaded packages are provided:
- i586 package: `c9a4d5bba8bf70c1c94b16a6ce50cd80`
- x86_64 package: `00957f2832fe7c77869d84e188579918`
To install the update, users should execute the following command as root:
bashupgradepkg ffmpeg-4.4.6-i586-1_slack15.0.txz
The Slackware Linux Security Team encourages all users to keep their systems up to date and highlights the importance of security in software management.
In addition, users can find more resources and support by visiting the official Slackware website or accessing additional mirror sites listed under the "Get Slack" section. For further assistance, users may also consult the Slackware community or support forums
FFmpeg update for Slackware
A FFmpeg update has been released for Slackware Linux 15.0:
ffmpeg (SSA:2025-143-01)
