Vulnerability Description
Multiple buffer overflows in lib/http.c in Streamripper 1.63.5 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long "Zwitterion v" HTTP header, related to the http_parse_sc_header function; (2) a crafted pls playlist with a long entry, related to the http_get_pls function; or (3) a crafted m3u playlist with a long File entry, related to the http_get_m3u function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Streamripper | Streamripper | 1.63.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32562Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33052
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33061
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2008-50/
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4647
- http://www.debian.org/security/2008/dsa-1683
- http://www.osvdb.org/49997
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/498486/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32356
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/3207
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32562Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33052
- http://secunia.com/advisories/33061
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2008-50/
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4647
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4829?
CVE-2008-4829 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Multiple buffer overflows in lib/http.c in Streamripper 1.63.5 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long "Zwitterion v" HTTP header, related to the http_parse_sc_header function;...
How severe is CVE-2008-4829?
CVE-2008-4829 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-2008-4829?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Streamripper Streamripper.