CVE-2017-6888
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 1.37%
Last modified
CVE-2017-6888 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. An error in the "read_metadata_vorbiscomment_()" function (src/libFLAC/stream_decoder.c) in FLAC version 1.3.2 can be exploited to cause a memory leak via a specially crafted FLAC file.. EPSS estimates a 1.37% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An error in the "read_metadata_vorbiscomment_()" function (src/libFLAC/stream_decoder.c) in FLAC version 1.3.2 can be exploited to cause a memory leak via a specially crafted FLAC file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Flac Project | Flac | <= 1.3.2 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 32 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 33 |
References
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/01/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/82639/Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_research/2017-7/Third Party Advisory
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2021/01/msg00001.htmlMailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/advisories/82639/Third Party Advisory
- https://secuniaresearch.flexerasoftware.com/secunia_research/2017-7/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-6888?
An error in the "read_metadata_vorbiscomment_()" function (src/libFLAC/stream_decoder.c) in FLAC version 1.3.2 can be exploited to cause a memory leak via a specially crafted FLAC file.
How severe is CVE-2017-6888?
CVE-2017-6888 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.37% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-6888?
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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