NULL Pointer Dereference in GNU Libextractor Affecting Multiple Platforms
CVE-2017-15267

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gnu
Status
Libextractor
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 October 2017

What is CVE-2017-15267?

In GNU Libextractor version 1.4, a vulnerability exists related to a NULL Pointer Dereference within the flac_metadata function in flac_extractor.c. This flaw can lead to potential application crashes or unexpected behavior when handling FLAC metadata, posing security risks to users and systems that utilize this library. It is critical for developers and system administrators to apply the necessary patches to safeguard their systems against potential exploitation.

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/101272
vdb-entryx_refsource_BID
http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/10/11/1
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http://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/bug-libextractor/2017-1...
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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