CVE-2020-23904: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 10 2021(Updated: )
** DISPUTED ** A stack buffer overflow in speexenc.c of Speex v1.2 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS) via a crafted WAV file. NOTE: the vendor states "I cannot reproduce it" and it "is a demo program."
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Xiph Speex | =1.2 | |
| =1.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-23904?
CVE-2020-23904 is a stack buffer overflow vulnerability in speexenc.c of Speex v1.2.
How does CVE-2020-23904 affect the system?
CVE-2020-23904 allows attackers to cause a denial of service (DoS) by exploiting a stack buffer overflow in Speex v1.2.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-23904?
The severity of CVE-2020-23904 is medium, with a severity value of 5.5.
How can I fix CVE-2020-23904?
Currently, there is no known fix for CVE-2020-23904 as it is a demo program and the vendor cannot reproduce the issue.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-23904?
More information about CVE-2020-23904 can be found at the following link: https://github.com/xiph/speex/issues/14
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