CVE-2021-3246: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 20, 2021
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Updated

A heap buffer overflow vulnerability in msadpcmdecodeblock of libsndfile 1.0.30 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted WAV file.

Affected Software

6 affected componentsFixes available
debian/libsndfile
1.0.28-6+deb10u11.0.28-6+deb10u21.0.31-21.2.0-11.2.2-1
Libsndfile Project Libsndfile=1.0.30
Fedoraproject Fedora=33
Fedoraproject Fedora=34
Debian Debian Linux=9.0
Debian Debian Linux=10.0

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade debian/libsndfile to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 1.0.28-6+deb10u1Fixed in 1.0.28-6+deb10u2Fixed in 1.0.31-2Fixed in 1.2.0-1Fixed in 1.2.2-1

Event History

Jul 20, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 25, 2021
Data Sourced
07:15 PM
SeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2021-3246?

CVE-2021-3246 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2021-3246?

To fix CVE-2021-3246, users should upgrade to a patched version of libsndfile, such as 1.0.31 or later.

3

What component is affected by CVE-2021-3246?

CVE-2021-3246 affects the libsndfile library specifically in the msadpcm_decode_block function.

4

Which versions of libsndfile are vulnerable to CVE-2021-3246?

Versions of libsndfile prior to 1.0.31 and specifically version 1.0.30 are affected by CVE-2021-3246.

5

Is CVE-2021-3246 related to WAV files?

Yes, CVE-2021-3246 allows attackers to exploit the vulnerability through crafted WAV files.

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