CVE-2025-56226
MEDIUMCVSS 5.3/10EPSS 0.31%
Last modified
CVE-2025-56226 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.3/10 on the CVSS scale. Libsndfile <=1.2.2 contains a memory leak vulnerability in the mpeg_l3_encoder_init() function within the mpeg_l3_encode.c file.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Libsndfile <=1.2.2 contains a memory leak vulnerability in the mpeg_l3_encoder_init() function within the mpeg_l3_encode.c file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:L
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Libsndfile Project | Libsndfile | >= 1.1.0, <= 1.2.2 |
References
- https://gist.github.com/Sisyphus-wang/f9e6e017b7d478bebee6e8187672abc8Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/libsndfile/libsndfile/issues/1089Exploit, Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2025-56226?
Libsndfile <=1.2.2 contains a memory leak vulnerability in the mpeg_l3_encoder_init() function within the mpeg_l3_encode.c file.
How severe is CVE-2025-56226?
CVE-2025-56226 has a CVSS score of 5.3/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2025-56226?
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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