CVE-2018-13139: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 4, 2018
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Updated

A stack-based buffer overflow in psfmemset in common.c in libsndfile 1.0.28 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted audio file. The vulnerability can be triggered by the executable sndfile-deinterleave.

Affected Software

3 affected componentsFixes available
Libsndfile Project Libsndfile=1.0.28
Debian Debian Linux=8.0
debian/libsndfile
1.0.31-21.0.31-2+deb11u21.2.0-1+deb12u11.2.2-21.2.2-4

Event History

Jul 4, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Jan 11, 2024
Data Sourced
via Launchpad·10:50 PM
Description
Feb 19, 2026
Data Sourced
via Ubuntu·08:57 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Data Sourced
via Debian·08:58 PM
DescriptionAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-13139?

CVE-2018-13139 has a severity rating that allows it to cause a denial of service through a stack-based buffer overflow.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-13139?

To fix CVE-2018-13139, upgrade to libsndfile versions 1.0.31-2, 1.2.0-1, or greater.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-13139?

CVE-2018-13139 can lead to application crashes or other unspecified impacts when triggered.

4

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2018-13139?

CVE-2018-13139 specifically affects libsndfile version 1.0.28 and earlier versions.

5

Can CVE-2018-13139 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2018-13139 can be exploited remotely via crafted audio files.

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