CVE-2021-3643: Critical severity sox (sound exchange) vulnerability
A flaw was found in sox 14.4.1. The lsxadpcminit function within libsox leads to a global-buffer-overflow. This flaw allows an attacker to input a malicious file, leading to the disclosure of sensitive information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-3643?
CVE-2021-3643 is a vulnerability found in sox 14.4.1 that leads to a global-buffer-overflow, allowing an attacker to input a malicious file and disclose sensitive information.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-3643?
The severity of CVE-2021-3643 is critical with a score of 9.1.
How does CVE-2021-3643 impact the affected software?
CVE-2021-3643 impacts sox 14.4.1 by allowing an attacker to input a malicious file and potentially disclose sensitive information.
How can I fix CVE-2021-3643?
To fix CVE-2021-3643, update to the latest version of sox 14.4.2+git20190427-3.5.
Are there any references for CVE-2021-3643?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2021-3643 at the following links: [link1](https://sourceforge.net/p/sox/bugs/351/), [link2](https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2021-3643), [link3](https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2021-23210).