CVE-2017-6828: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 15, 2017
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in audiofile allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact

Other sources

Heap-based buffer overflow in the readValue function in FileHandle.cpp in audiofile (aka libaudiofile and Audio File Library) 0.3.6 allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted WAV file.

MITRE

Affected Software

2 affected componentsFixes available
Audiofile audiofile=0.3.6
Microsoft cbl2 audiofile 0.3.6-27

Event History

Mar 15, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:59 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Oct 1, 2025
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·11:10 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via Microsoft·11:10 PM
Affected Software
Updated
via Microsoft·11:10 PM
DescriptionSeverity

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2017-6828?

CVE-2017-6828 has been classified with a high severity due to the potential for remote exploitation via crafted WAV files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2017-6828?

To mitigate CVE-2017-6828, update to a version of the Audio File Library that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What is the vulnerable version of Audio File Library for CVE-2017-6828?

The vulnerable version of Audio File Library relating to CVE-2017-6828 is 0.3.6.

4

What types of attacks can CVE-2017-6828 lead to?

CVE-2017-6828 can potentially lead to arbitrary code execution or crashes on systems processing malicious WAV files.

5

Is CVE-2017-6828 exploitable remotely?

Yes, CVE-2017-6828 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted WAV files.

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