Vulnerability Description
Multiple format string vulnerabilities in xiTK (xitk/main.c) in xine 0.99.4 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service via format string specifiers in an MP3 filename specified on the command line. NOTE: this is a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-1905. In addition, if the only attack vectors involve a user-assisted, local command line argument of a non-setuid program, this issue might not be a vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xine | Xine | 0.99.4 |
References
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1093
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/432598/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17769
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26216
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1093
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/432598/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17769
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26216
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2230?
CVE-2006-2230 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Multiple format string vulnerabilities in xiTK (xitk/main.c) in xine 0.99.4 might allow attackers to cause a denial of service via format string specifiers in an MP3 filename specified on the command ...
How severe is CVE-2006-2230?
CVE-2006-2230 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2230?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xine Xine.