Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in the real_parse_mdpr function in demux_real.c in xine-lib 1.1.12, and other versions before 1.1.15, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted stream_name_size field.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Xine | Xine | <= 1.1.14 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31827
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4648
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020703
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?release_id=619869
- http://www.ocert.org/analysis/2008-008/analysis.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/495674/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30797
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44650
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-September/msg00174.
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2008-September/msg00385.
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-02/msg00002.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31827
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4648
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020703
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5238?
CVE-2008-5238 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). Integer overflow in the real_parse_mdpr function in demux_real.c in xine-lib 1.1.12, and other versions before 1.1.15, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute ...
How severe is CVE-2008-5238?
CVE-2008-5238 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5238?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Xine Xine.