CVE-2026-29022
Mackron Dr Libs buffer overflow
- Published3 Mar 2026
Description
dr_libs dr_wav.h version 0.14.4 and earlier (fixed in commit 8a7258c) contain a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the drwav__read_smpl_to_metadata_obj() function of dr_wav.h that allows memory corruption via crafted WAV files. Attackers can exploit a mismatch between sampleLoopCount validation in pass 1 and unconditional processing in pass 2 to overflow heap allocations with 36 bytes of attacker-controlled data through any drwav_init_*_with_metadata() call on untrusted input.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:HAffected products
Remediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
References
- https://github.com/mackron/dr_libs/commit/8a7258cc66b49387ad58cc5b81568982a3560d49
- https://github.com/mackron/dr_libs/issues/296
- https://github.com/marlinkcyber/advisories/blob/main/advisories/MCSAID-2026-001-dr-libs-heap-overflow.md
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/mackron-dr-libs-heap-buffer-overflow-via-wav-file
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-29022 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-29022 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.24%.
How severe is CVE-2026-29022?
CVE-2026-29022 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 7.3, rated high. EPSS estimates a 0.24% probability of exploitation.
Which products are affected by CVE-2026-29022?
Affected products include Mackron Dr Libs.
How do I fix CVE-2026-29022?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.