CVE-2017-15370: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 16, 2017
·Updated
There is a heap-based buffer overflow in the ImaExpandS function of imarw.c in Sound eXchange (SoX) 14.4.2. A Crafted input will lead to a denial of service attack during conversion of an audio file.
Affected Software
3 affected components
Sound Exchange Project Sound Exchange=14.4.2
Debian Debian Linux=7.0
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Event History
Oct 16, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-15370?
CVE-2017-15370 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for a denial of service attack.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-15370?
To mitigate CVE-2017-15370, users should upgrade to the latest version of SoX that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2017-15370?
CVE-2017-15370 affects SoX version 14.4.2 and Debian GNU/Linux versions 7.0 and 8.0.
4
Is CVE-2017-15370 related to file conversion?
Yes, CVE-2017-15370 specifically affects file conversion processes in SoX, leading to a potential denial of service.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-15370?
CVE-2017-15370 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.