CVE-2019-8355
UnknownEPSS 1.69%
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CVE-2019-8355 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An issue was discovered in SoX 14.4.2. In xmalloc.h, there is an integer overflow on the result of multiplication fed into the lsx_valloc macro that wraps malloc. EPSS estimates a 1.69% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An issue was discovered in SoX 14.4.2. In xmalloc.h, there is an integer overflow on the result of multiplication fed into the lsx_valloc macro that wraps malloc. When the buffer is allocated, it is smaller than expected, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow in channels_start in remix.c.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sound Exchange Project | Sound Exchange | 14.4.2 |
References
- https://sourceforge.net/p/sox/bugs/320Third Party Advisory
- https://sourceforge.net/p/sox/bugs/320Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-8355?
An issue was discovered in SoX 14.4.2. In xmalloc.h, there is an integer overflow on the result of multiplication fed into the lsx_valloc macro that wraps malloc. When the buffer is allocated, it is smaller than expected, leading to a heap-based buffer overflow in channels_start in remix.c.
How severe is CVE-2019-8355?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-8355 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.69% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-8355?
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-2019-8355?
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