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MEDIUM · 5.5

CVE-2017-11546

The insert_note_steps function in readmidi.c in TiMidity++ 2.14.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted mid file. NOTE: a cras...

Vulnerability Description

The insert_note_steps function in readmidi.c in TiMidity++ 2.14.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted mid file. NOTE: a crash might be relevant when using the --background option.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
NONE
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Timidity\+\+ ProjectTimidity\+\+2.14.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-369

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-11546?

CVE-2017-11546 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The insert_note_steps function in readmidi.c in TiMidity++ 2.14.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and application crash) via a crafted mid file. NOTE: a cras...

How severe is CVE-2017-11546?

CVE-2017-11546 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-2017-11546?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Timidity\+\+ Project Timidity\+\+.