SB2019072415 - Out-of-bounds write in mpg321.sourceforge.net mpg321



SB2019072415 - Out-of-bounds write in mpg321.sourceforge.net mpg321

Published: July 24, 2019 Updated: August 1, 2019

Security Bulletin ID SB2019072415
Severity
Medium
Patch available
NO
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Denial of service

Breakdown by Severity

Medium 100%
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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Out-of-bounds write (CVE-ID: CVE-2019-14247)

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform a denial of service (DoS) attack.

The vulnerability exists due to the out-of-bounds write error in the "scan()" function in the "mad.c" file. A remote attacker can submit a crafted MP3 file to the system and cause a DoS condition.

Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is not aware of any official remediation provided by the vendor.