CVE-2017-9412 — MEDIUM (5.5)

Vulnerability Description

The unpack_read_samples function in frontend/get_audio.c in LAME 3.99.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and application crash) via a crafted wav 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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

NONE

Availability

HIGH

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Lame Project	Lame	3.99.5

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-119

References

http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jul/63ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42390/
http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2017/Jul/63ExploitMailing ListThird Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/42390/

FAQ

What is CVE-2017-9412?

CVE-2017-9412 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). The unpack_read_samples function in frontend/get_audio.c in LAME 3.99.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid memory read and application crash) via a crafted wav file.

How severe is CVE-2017-9412?

CVE-2017-9412 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-2017-9412?

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