CVE-2017-6836: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 20, 2017
·Updated
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Expand3To4Module::run function in libaudiofile/modules/SimpleModule.h 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 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-2017-6836?
CVE-2017-6836 has a medium severity rating as it can lead to denial of service through a crash.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-6836?
To fix CVE-2017-6836, users should update to a patched version of the Audio File Library.
3
What types of software are affected by CVE-2017-6836?
CVE-2017-6836 affects versions of the Audio File Library prior to 0.3.7 as well as Debian 8.0 and 9.0.
4
Can CVE-2017-6836 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-6836 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted audio file to the vulnerable application.
5
What kind of vulnerability is CVE-2017-6836?
CVE-2017-6836 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.