CVE-2014-9028: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 26 2014(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in stream_decoder.c in libFLAC before 1.3.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .flac file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| libflac | <=1.3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://advisories.mageia.org/MGASA-2014-0499.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2014-12/msg00034.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/129261/libFLAC-1.3.0-Stack-Overflow-Heap-Overflow-Code-Execution.html
- http://rhn.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2015-0767.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2014/dsa-3082
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2014:239
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2015:188
- http://www.ocert.org/advisories/ocert-2014-008.html
- http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/topics/security/bulletinjan2015-2370101.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/534083/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/71282
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2426-1
- https://git.xiph.org/?p=flac.git;a=commit;h=fcf0ba06ae12ccd7c67cee3c8d948df15f946b85
- https://git.xiph.org/?p=flac.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=fcf0ba06ae12ccd7c67cee3c8d948df15f946b85
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9028?
CVE-2014-9028 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9028?
To fix CVE-2014-9028, upgrade libFLAC to version 1.3.1 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-9028?
CVE-2014-9028 affects all versions of libFLAC prior to 1.3.1.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-9028?
CVE-2014-9028 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
What can an attacker achieve with CVE-2014-9028?
An attacker can execute arbitrary code on a vulnerable system by exploiting CVE-2014-9028 using a crafted .flac file.
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