CVE-2016-2540
UnknownEPSS 1.92%
Last modified
CVE-2016-2540 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Audacity before 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted FORMATCHUNK structure.. EPSS estimates a 1.92% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Audacity before 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted FORMATCHUNK structure.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Audacityteam | Audacity | < 2.1.2 |
References
- http://wiki.audacityteam.org/wiki/Release_Notes_2.1.2Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/zeroday/FG-VD-15-116Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/02/msg00012.htmlThird Party Advisory
- http://wiki.audacityteam.org/wiki/Release_Notes_2.1.2Release Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://fortiguard.com/zeroday/FG-VD-15-116Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2018/02/msg00012.htmlThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-2540?
Audacity before 2.1.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted FORMATCHUNK structure.
How severe is CVE-2016-2540?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-2540 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.92% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-2540?
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-2016-2540?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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