CVE-2009-4835

Name: CVE-2009-4835
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2010-05-06T12:47:23.3+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.44%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-4835 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The (1) htk_read_header, (2) alaw_init, (3) ulaw_init, (4) pcm_init, (5) float32_init, and (6) sds_read_header functions in libsndfile 1.0.20 allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted audio file.. EPSS estimates a 1.44% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The (1) htk_read_header, (2) alaw_init, (3) ulaw_init, (4) pcm_init, (5) float32_init, and (6) sds_read_header functions in libsndfile 1.0.20 allow context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted audio file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.44%

69.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-189

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mega-Nerd	Libsndfile	1.0.20

References

http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=530831
http://secunia.com/advisories/35266Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35126
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1446Vendor Advisory
http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=530831
http://secunia.com/advisories/35266Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35126
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1446Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: May 6, 2010
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-4835?

How severe is CVE-2009-4835?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-4835 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.44% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-4835?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST