CVE-2014-8962 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in libFLAC versions prior to 1.3.1, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted .flac file. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability is considered highly severe due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for partial compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploit code or active exploitation has been confirmed, its presence in many popular Android apps, as highlighted by SecurityWeek, indicates a lingering risk.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 1.3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:flac:libflac:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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