CVE-2017-6832: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 20, 2017
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in the decodeBlock in MSADPCM.cpp in Audio File Library (aka audiofile) 0.3.6, 0.3.5, 0.3.4, 0.3.3, 0.3.2, 0.3.1, 0.3.0, 0.2.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted file.
Affected Software
4 affected componentsFixes available
Audiofile audiofile=0.3.6
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Microsoft cbl2 audiofile 0.3.6-27
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 20, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected 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-2017-6832?
CVE-2017-6832 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability due to a heap-based buffer overflow.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6832?
To remediate CVE-2017-6832, update to a patched version of the Audio File Library that addresses this buffer overflow.
3
Which versions of Audio File Library are affected by CVE-2017-6832?
Versions 0.3.0 through 0.3.6 of the Audio File Library are affected by CVE-2017-6832.
4
Can CVE-2017-6832 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6832 can be exploited remotely via crafted audio files.
5
What impact does CVE-2017-6832 have on systems?
CVE-2017-6832 can lead to a denial of service condition, causing affected systems to crash.