CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2016-9264: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Mar 23 2017(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the printMP3Headers function in listmp3.c in Libming 0.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted mp3 file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Libming=0.4.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2016-9264?

    CVE-2016-9264 has a moderate severity level due to the potential for denial of service attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2016-9264?

    To resolve CVE-2016-9264, upgrade to a later version of Libming that addresses the buffer overflow issue.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2016-9264 enable?

    CVE-2016-9264 enables remote attackers to perform denial of service via crafted MP3 files.

  • Which software is affected by CVE-2016-9264?

    Libming version 0.4.7 is the affected software version for CVE-2016-9264.

  • What is the impact of exploiting CVE-2016-9264?

    Exploitation of CVE-2016-9264 can lead to out-of-bounds reading, causing potential vulnerabilities in the application.

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