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CVE-2017-9870 is a crash bug in MP3 decoding code used by LAME/mpglib. A specially crafted audio file can make an affected application read past a buffer and crash, causing denial of service. The sources do not show code execution, active exploitation, or a complete affected-products list. Exposure is most likely where LAME/mpglib-based decoders process untrusted audio files, uploads, email attachments, media feeds, or batch conversion inputs. The source bundle does not provide reliable CPEs or a full downstream product inventory. Treat this as a targeted availability risk for systems that process untrusted audio. Prioritize internet-facing upload, conversion, scanning, and media-processing services. It is less urgent for systems with no MP3 decoding exposure. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications and services using LAME 3.99.5, mpglib, or bundled libmpgdecoder.a.; Check vendor, distribution, or application maintainer guidance for fixed packages or supported mitigations.; Avoid decoding untrusted audio in exposed workflows until vendor guidance is applied..
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- https://blogs.gentoo.org/ago/2017/06/17/lame-global-buffer-overflow-in-iii_i_stereo-layer3-c/CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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