CVE-2018-13440
UnknownEPSS 3.11%
Last modified
CVE-2018-13440 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The audiofile Audio File Library 0.3.6 has a NULL pointer dereference bug in ModuleState::setup in modules/ModuleState.cpp, which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service via a crafted caf file, as demonstrated by sfconvert.. EPSS estimates a 3.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The audiofile Audio File Library 0.3.6 has a NULL pointer dereference bug in ModuleState::setup in modules/ModuleState.cpp, which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service via a crafted caf file, as demonstrated by sfconvert.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Audiofile | Audiofile | 0.3.6 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
References
- https://github.com/mpruett/audiofile/issues/49Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3800-1/Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/mpruett/audiofile/issues/49Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3800-1/Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-13440?
The audiofile Audio File Library 0.3.6 has a NULL pointer dereference bug in ModuleState::setup in modules/ModuleState.cpp, which allows an attacker to cause a denial of service via a crafted caf file, as demonstrated by sfconvert.
How severe is CVE-2018-13440?
Severity scoring for CVE-2018-13440 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-13440?
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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