CVE-2026-96675 Details
Description
alsa-lib through 1.2.16.1 contains a denial of service vulnerability in the multi PCM plugin that fails to validate sparse binding indices before array access. Attackers can supply a malicious ALSA configuration file with sparse bindings to trigger an out-of-bounds array read and assertion failure, causing the application to abort.
A denial-of-service vulnerability has been identified in alsa-lib versions through 1.2.16.1. The issue resides in the multi PCM plugin, which improperly validates sparse binding indices before accessing arrays. This flaw allows attackers to create a malicious ALSA configuration file with sparse bindings, triggering an out-of-bounds array read and an assertion failure that causes the application to crash.
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Assessed Sep 23, 2026CISA-ADP
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-129 | Improper Validation of Array Index | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
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| alsa-lib | <= 1.2.16.1 |
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Change History
2 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Sep 23, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |