CVE-2017-11359: Divide by Zero
First published: Mon Jul 31 2017(Updated: )
The wavwritehdr function in wav.c in Sound eXchange (SoX) 14.4.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted snd file, during conversion to a wav file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sound Exchange | =14.4.2 | |
| Debian Linux | =7.0 | |
| Debian Linux | =8.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-11359?
CVE-2017-11359 has a medium severity rating as it can lead to a denial of service due to a divide-by-zero error.
How do I fix CVE-2017-11359?
To fix CVE-2017-11359, upgrade to SoX version 14.4.2 or apply any available patches provided by your distribution.
Which versions of SoX are affected by CVE-2017-11359?
SoX version 14.4.2 is specifically affected by CVE-2017-11359.
What type of attack does CVE-2017-11359 enable?
CVE-2017-11359 enables a denial of service attack through a crafted snd file.
Who can be affected by CVE-2017-11359?
Users of SoX version 14.4.2, particularly on Debian Linux 7.0 and 8.0, can be affected by CVE-2017-11359.
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