CVE-2017-15642: Use After Free
First published: Thu Oct 19 2017(Updated: )
In lsx_aiffstartread in aiff.c in Sound eXchange (SoX) 14.4.2, there is a Use-After-Free vulnerability triggered by supplying a malformed AIFF 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-2017-15642?
CVE-2017-15642 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for exploitation via specially crafted AIFF files.
How do I fix CVE-2017-15642?
To fix CVE-2017-15642, update to Sound eXchange version 14.4.3 or later where the vulnerability is patched.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2017-15642?
CVE-2017-15642 affects Sound eXchange version 14.4.2 and Debian GNU/Linux versions 7.0 and 8.0.
Can CVE-2017-15642 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-15642 can be exploited remotely if an attacker convinces a user to process a malicious AIFF file.
What is a Use-After-Free vulnerability as seen in CVE-2017-15642?
A Use-After-Free vulnerability occurs when a program continues to use a memory resource after it has been freed, potentially allowing arbitrary code execution.
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