Stack-Based Buffer Overflow in libsndfile Affects Multiple Versions
CVE-2017-7585

5.5MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Libsndfile Project

Status
Libsndfile
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 April 2017

What is CVE-2017-7585?

A vulnerability in libsndfile prior to version 1.0.28 can be exploited through a crafted FLAC file, leading to stack-based buffer overflow. This issue arises from a flaw in the 'flac_buffer_copy()' function, potentially allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code or crash the application when processing malicious audio files.

References

http://www.mega-nerd.com/libsndfile/#History
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https://github.com/erikd/libsndfile/commit/60b234301adf25...
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http://www.mega-nerd.com/libsndfile/NEWS
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CVSS V3.1

Score:
5.5
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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