CVE-2016-9265: Divide by Zero
Published Mar 23, 2017
·Updated
The printMP3Headers function in listmp3.c in Libming 0.4.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted mp3 file.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Libming Libming=0.4.7
Event History
Mar 23, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-9265?
CVE-2016-9265 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a divide-by-zero error that can cause application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-9265?
To fix CVE-2016-9265, you should upgrade to a version of Libming that is not affected by this vulnerability.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2016-9265?
The impact of CVE-2016-9265 is that an attacker can exploit it to crash the application by using a malicious MP3 file.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2016-9265?
CVE-2016-9265 affects Libming version 0.4.7.
5
Can CVE-2016-9265 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-9265 can be exploited remotely if the application processes MP3 files from untrusted sources.