Vulnerability Description
The read_code function in read_words.c in Wavpack before 5.1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted WV file.
CVSS Score
5.5
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wavpack Project | Wavpack | <= 5.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/28/9Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95883Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/dbry/WavPack/commit/4bc05fc490b66ef2d45b1de26abf1455b486b0dcPatch
- https://sourceforge.net/p/wavpack/mailman/message/35557889/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3568-1/
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2017/01/28/9Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95883Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://github.com/dbry/WavPack/commit/4bc05fc490b66ef2d45b1de26abf1455b486b0dcPatch
- https://sourceforge.net/p/wavpack/mailman/message/35557889/ExploitThird Party Advisory
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/3568-1/
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-10169?
CVE-2016-10169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The read_code function in read_words.c in Wavpack before 5.1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read) via a crafted WV file.
How severe is CVE-2016-10169?
CVE-2016-10169 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-10169?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wavpack Project Wavpack.