OESA-2026-4707: audiofile security update

Published Nov 4, 2026
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Updated

The Audio File Library is a C-based library for reading and writing audio files in many common formats. Security Fix(es):

Heap-based buffer overflow in the alaw2linearbuf function in G711.cpp in Audio File Library (aka audiofile) 0.3.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted file.(CVE-2017-6830)

Affected Software

1 affected componentFixes available
openeuler/audiofile<0.3.6-33.oe2203sp4
0.3.6-33.oe2203sp4

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade openeuler/audiofile to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 0.3.6-33.oe2203sp4

Event History

Nov 4, 2026
Advisory Published
via OSV·01:54 PM
Data Sourced
via OSV·01:54 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What must an attacker do to trigger the flaw?

An attacker must provide a crafted audio file that is processed by the affected Audio File Library. The issue is in the alaw2linear_buf function in G711.cpp.

2

What is the likely impact if exploitation succeeds?

Successful exploitation can cause a heap-based buffer overflow resulting in a denial of service through a crash. The provided data does not indicate confidentiality or integrity impact.

3

Is user interaction required?

Yes. The supplied CVSS vector includes UI:R, indicating that user interaction is required. The vector also indicates local attack vector and no privileges required.

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