We found a division by zero bug in FFmpeg with a vibecoded fuzzer

A developer identified a division-by-zero bug in FFmpeg using a fuzzer, though the article content is largely obscured by an anti-scraping service called Anubis. The text explains the purpose of Anubis, which uses proof-of-work challenges to deter aggressive AI web scrapers.
Why it matters
The rise of aggressive AI scraping is forcing website administrators to implement defensive measures that impact user accessibility and the open nature of the web.
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The content describes a technical security implementation and its trade-offs without taking a partisan stance.
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