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HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2002-0340

Windows Media Player (WMP) 8.00.00.4477, and possibly other versions, automatically detects and executes .wmf and other content, even when the file's extension or content type does not specify .wmf, w...

Vulnerability Description

Windows Media Player (WMP) 8.00.00.4477, and possibly other versions, automatically detects and executes .wmf and other content, even when the file's extension or content type does not specify .wmf, which could make it easier for attackers to conduct unauthorized activities via Trojan horse files containing .wmf content.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Confidentiality
PARTIAL
Integrity
PARTIAL
Availability
PARTIAL

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows Media Player<= 8.00.00.4477

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2002-0340?

CVE-2002-0340 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Windows Media Player (WMP) 8.00.00.4477, and possibly other versions, automatically detects and executes .wmf and other content, even when the file's extension or content type does not specify .wmf, w...

How severe is CVE-2002-0340?

CVE-2002-0340 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2002-0340?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Windows Media Player.