CVE-2017-5666 Explained : Impact and Mitigation

A crafted file can cause a denial of service (invalid free and crash) in mp3splt version 2.6.2 through the free_options function in options_manager.c.

Understanding CVE-2017-5666

This CVE involves a vulnerability in mp3splt version 2.6.2 that can be exploited to trigger a denial of service attack.

What is CVE-2017-5666?

The free_options function in options_manager.c in mp3splt 2.6.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (invalid free and crash) via a crafted file.

The Impact of CVE-2017-5666

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability to crash the mp3splt application by providing a specially crafted file.

Technical Details of CVE-2017-5666

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE.

Vulnerability Description

The vulnerability lies in the free_options function in options_manager.c in mp3splt 2.6.2, enabling attackers to execute a denial of service attack.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: Not applicable
Vendor: Not applicable
Version: 2.6.2

Exploitation Mechanism

Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by providing a specifically crafted file to trigger the denial of service.

Mitigation and Prevention

Protecting systems from CVE-2017-5666 requires immediate actions and long-term security practices.

Immediate Steps to Take

Update mp3splt to a patched version that addresses the vulnerability.
Avoid opening or processing untrusted or suspicious files.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and applications to the latest versions.
Implement network security measures to detect and block malicious file uploads.

Patching and Updates

Apply patches and updates provided by the mp3splt vendor to fix the vulnerability.