Vulnerability Description
The swri_audio_convert function in audioconvert.c in FFmpeg libswresample through 3.0.101, as used in FFmpeg 3.4.1, aubio 0.4.6, and other products, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted audio file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Aubio | Aubio | 0.4.6 |
| Ffmpeg | Ffmpeg | 3.4.1 |
| Ffmpeg | Libswresample | <= 3.0.101 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-01/msg00012.html
- https://github.com/IvanCql/vulnerability/blob/master/An%20NULL%20pointer%20deref
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2020-01/msg00012.html
- https://github.com/IvanCql/vulnerability/blob/master/An%20NULL%20pointer%20deref
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-17555?
CVE-2017-17555 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). The swri_audio_convert function in audioconvert.c in FFmpeg libswresample through 3.0.101, as used in FFmpeg 3.4.1, aubio 0.4.6, and other products, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of servic...
How severe is CVE-2017-17555?
CVE-2017-17555 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-17555?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Aubio Aubio, Ffmpeg Ffmpeg, Ffmpeg Libswresample.