CVE-2017-16868
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CVE-2017-16868 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In SWFTools 0.9.2, the wav_convert2mono function in lib/wav.c does not properly restrict a multiplication within a malloc call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (integer overflow and NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted WAV file.. EPSS estimates a 1.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In SWFTools 0.9.2, the wav_convert2mono function in lib/wav.c does not properly restrict a multiplication within a malloc call, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (integer overflow and NULL pointer dereference) via a crafted WAV file.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Swftools | Swftools | 0.9.2 |
References
- https://github.com/matthiaskramm/swftools/issues/52Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/matthiaskramm/swftools/issues/52Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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