Vulnerability Description
Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in the (1) abc_MIDI_drum and (2) abc_MIDI_gchord functions in load_abc.cpp in libmodplug 0.8.8.4 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted ABC.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Konstanty Bialkowski | Libmodplug | <= 0.8.8.4 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blog.scrt.ch/2013/07/24/vlc-abc-parsing-seems-to-be-a-ctf-challenge/Exploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54388Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54695Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2751
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/08/10/3Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61714
- http://blog.scrt.ch/2013/07/24/vlc-abc-parsing-seems-to-be-a-ctf-challenge/Exploit
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54388Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/54695Vendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2751
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/08/10/3Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/61714
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-4234?
CVE-2013-4234 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in the (1) abc_MIDI_drum and (2) abc_MIDI_gchord functions in load_abc.cpp in libmodplug 0.8.8.4 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (m...
How severe is CVE-2013-4234?
CVE-2013-4234 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-4234?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Konstanty Bialkowski Libmodplug, Debian Debian Linux.