Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in DivX Player 6.7 build 6.7.0.22 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long subtitle in a .SRT file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Divx | Divx Player | <= 6.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29780Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/490898/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28799
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019921
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1235/references
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5453
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5492
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29780Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/490898/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28799
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019921
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1235/references
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5453
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5492
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1912?
CVE-2008-1912 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in DivX Player 6.7 build 6.7.0.22 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long su...
How severe is CVE-2008-1912?
CVE-2008-1912 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1912?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Divx Divx Player.