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A buffer overflow vulnerability was found in FLAC, a free lossless audio codec, in the bitwriter_grow_ function. This flaw may allow remote attackers to run arbitrary code via specially crafted input to the encoder. . ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Debian LTS Advisory DLA-3581-1 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. https://www.debian.org/lts/security/ Sean Whitton September 25, 2023 https://wiki.debian.org/LTS ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Package : flac Version : 1.3.2-3+deb10u3 CVE ID : CVE-2020-22219 A buffer overflow vulnerability was found in FLAC, a free lossless audio codec, in the bitwriter_grow_ function. This flaw may allow remote attackers to run arbitrary code via specially crafted input to the encoder. For Debian 10 buster, this problem has been fixed in version 1.3.2-3+deb10u3. We recommend that you upgrade your flac packages. For the detailed security status of flac please refer to its security tracker page at: https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/source-package/flac Further information about Debian LTS security advisories, how to apply these updates to your system and frequently asked questions can be found at: https://wiki.debian.org/LTS . A serious buffer overflow vulnerability in FLAC could permit remote code execution. To safeguard your system, it is advisable to upgrade the flac packages on Debian 10.. Debian LTS, FLAC Security, Buffer Overflow. . LinuxSecurity.com Team
Sep 25, 2023
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