https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q4/51: mpg123 buffer overflow in versions befo1.32.8 (Frankenstein's Monster)

Published Oct 31, 2024
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
mpg123 mpg123

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-XXXX?

The severity of CVE-2024-XXXX is classified as critical due to the potential for remote code execution from heap corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-XXXX?

To fix CVE-2024-XXXX, upgrade to mpg123 version 1.32.8 or later to patch the buffer overflow vulnerability.

3

What versions of mpg123 are affected by CVE-2024-XXXX?

CVE-2024-XXXX affects all versions of mpg123 prior to 1.32.8.

4

What kind of attack does CVE-2024-XXXX enable?

CVE-2024-XXXX enables attackers to perform remote code execution through crafted PCM streams.

5

Is there an exploit available for CVE-2024-XXXX?

Yes, there are known exploits available that leverage the buffer overflow in CVE-2024-XXXX.

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