CVE-2008-2109
UnknownEPSS 7.27%
Last modified
CVE-2008-2109 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. field.c in the libid3tag 0.15.0b library allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via an ID3_FIELD_TYPE_STRINGLIST field that ends in '\0', which triggers an infinite loop.. EPSS estimates a 7.27% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
field.c in the libid3tag 0.15.0b library allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via an ID3_FIELD_TYPE_STRINGLIST field that ends in '\0', which triggers an infinite loop.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Media-Libs | Libid3tag | 0.15.0b |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-2109?
field.c in the libid3tag 0.15.0b library allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via an ID3_FIELD_TYPE_STRINGLIST field that ends in '\0', which triggers an infinite loop.
How severe is CVE-2008-2109?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-2109 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.27% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2109?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2008-2109?
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