Divide-by-Zero Error in libsndfile Affects Audio Playback
CVE-2017-14634

6.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Libsndfile Project

Status
Libsndfile
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 September 2017

What is CVE-2017-14634?

In libsndfile version 1.0.28, a vulnerability exists in the double64_init() function within double64.c, which can result in a divide-by-zero error. This issue arises when the software processes specifically crafted audio files, potentially leading to a Denial of Service (DoS) condition. Attackers may exploit this flaw to disrupt the normal operation of applications relying on libsndfile for audio file handling.

References

https://github.com/erikd/libsndfile/issues/318
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https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/12/msg0...
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https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201811-23
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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