PatchTheCVECVE-2023-47466: TagLib before 2.0 allows a segmentation violation and application crash during tag writing via a crafted WAV f
CVE-2023-47466 is a low-severity flaw (CVSS 2.9) affecting taglib. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
TagLib before 2.0 allows a segmentation violation and application crash during tag writing via a crafted WAV file in which an id3 chunk is the only valid chunk.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 2.9 (Low) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.3% (top 74%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-476 |
| Published | 2025-05-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2023-47466?
taglib: upgrade to 2.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2023-47466 being exploited?
CVE-2023-47466 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2023-47466 affect?
CVE-2023-47466 affects taglib. Severity is low (CVSS 2.9). TagLib before 2.0 allows a segmentation violation and application crash during tag writing via a crafted WAV file in which an id3 chunk is the only valid chunk.
How urgent is CVE-2023-47466?
Priority 22/100. Public exploit reference