# CVE-2017-14245: libsndfile1: An out of bounds read in the function d2alaw_array() in alaw.c of libsndfile 1.0.28 may lead to a remote DoS attack o...

CVE-2017-14245 is fixed in 2 products on 1 platform, first by libsndfile1 1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1, released March 20, 2019. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: Routine.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2017-14245
- Priority: Routine
- CVSS: n/a (Low)
- EPSS: 0.0204
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Sep 20, 2017

## Description

An out of bounds read in the function d2alaw_array() in alaw.c of libsndfile 1.0.28 may lead to a remote DoS attack or information disclosure, related to mishandling of the NAN and INFINITY floating-point values.

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | libsndfile1 Ubuntu 18.04.6 LTS (bionic) | 1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1 | [libsndfile1 1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-bionic-libsndfile1-1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1.md) | Mar 20, 2019 |
| Linux | sndfile-programs Ubuntu 18.04.6 LTS (bionic) | 1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1 | [sndfile-programs 1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/ubuntu-bionic-sndfile-programs-1.0.28-4ubuntu0.18.04.1.md) | Mar 20, 2019 |

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