REDHAT-BUG-2463856: Buffer Overflow
An issue was discovered in libsndfile 1.2.2 IMA ADPCM codec. The AIFF code path (line 241) was fixed with (sfcountt) cast, but the WAV code path (line 235) and close path (line 167) were not. When samplesperblock (int) blocks (int) exceeds INTMAX, the 32-bit multiplication overflows before being assigned to sf.frames (sfcountt/int64). With samplesperblock=50000 and blocks=50000, the product 2500000000 overflows to -1794967296. This causes incorrect frame count leading to heap buffer overflow or denial of service. Both values come from the WAV file header and are attacker-controlled. This issue was discovered after an incomplete fix for CVE-2022-33065.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of REDHAT-BUG-2463856?
The severity of REDHAT-BUG-2463856 is classified as high with a score of 7.
How do I fix REDHAT-BUG-2463856?
To fix REDHAT-BUG-2463856, you should update to the patched version of libsndfile that addresses the overflow issue in the WAV codec.
What type of vulnerability is REDHAT-BUG-2463856?
REHDAT-BUG-2463856 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.
What software is affected by REDHAT-BUG-2463856?
The affected software for REDHAT-BUG-2463856 is libsndfile.
When was REDHAT-BUG-2463856 published?
REDHAT-BUG-2463856 was published on April 29, 2026.