SB2017080956 - Heap-based buffer overflow in libsndfile (Alpine package)

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SB2017080956 - Heap-based buffer overflow in libsndfile (Alpine package)

Published: August 9, 2017

Security Bulletin ID SB2017080956
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Heap-based buffer overflow (CVE-ID: CVE-2017-12562)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to cause DoS condition on the target system.

The weakness exists in the psf_binheader_writef function due to heap-based buffer overflow. A remote attacker can trick the victim into opening a specially crafted input, trigger a heap-based buffer overflow condition and cause the service to crash.

Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.

References