CVE-2017-11549

Name: CVE-2017-11549
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-07-31T13:29:01.44+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.96%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2017-11549 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The play_midi function in playmidi.c in TiMidity++ 2.14.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (large loop and CPU consumption) via a crafted mid file. NOTE: CPU consumption might be relevant when using the --background option.. EPSS estimates a 0.96% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The play_midi function in playmidi.c in TiMidity++ 2.14.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (large loop and CPU consumption) via a crafted mid file. NOTE: CPU consumption might be relevant when using the --background option.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.96%

57.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-834

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Timidity\+\+ Project	Timidity\+\+	2.14.0

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jul/83Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jul/83Mailing List, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 31, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2017-11549?

How severe is CVE-2017-11549?

Severity scoring for CVE-2017-11549 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.96% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2017-11549?

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Source: NVD / NIST