CVE-2009-0490: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-0490: Stack-based buffer overflow in the String_parse::get_nonspace_quoted function in lib-src/allegro/strparse.c...

Stack-based buffer overflow in the String_parse::get_nonspace_quoted function in lib-src/allegro/strparse.cpp in Audacity 1.2.6 and other versions before 1.3.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a .gro file containing a long string.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 04:40 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

Audacity before 1.3.6 can crash, and may run attacker-supplied code, when it parses a specially crafted .gro file with an overly long string. The main business risk is legacy desktop software processing untrusted files, not an internet-facing service. Exposure is likely limited to systems with legacy Audacity versions installed and users who open untrusted .gro files. Servers are not indicated as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize remediation where legacy Audacity remains on user workstations that receive external files. This is not presented as an actively exploited internet-facing issue, but public exploit availability and possible code execution justify cleanup. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Audacity to 1.3.6 or later, preferably a current supported release.; Remove unsupported Audacity versions from managed endpoints.; Block or quarantine untrusted .gro files where Audacity is installed..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:23 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 10, 2009, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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