Vulnerability Description
libmikmod 3.1.11 through 3.2.0, as used by MikMod and possibly other products, allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by loading an XM file.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Igno Saitz | Libmikmod | 3.1.9-1 |
References
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=476339
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-03/msg00001.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/13/2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34259
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33240
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=479833
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2009-August/msg01305.htm
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2009-August/msg01312.htm
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=476339
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-03/msg00001.html
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/01/13/2
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34259
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33240
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=479833
- https://www.redhat.com/archives/fedora-package-announce/2009-August/msg01305.htm
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-0179?
CVE-2009-0179 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). libmikmod 3.1.11 through 3.2.0, as used by MikMod and possibly other products, allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by loading an XM file.
How severe is CVE-2009-0179?
CVE-2009-0179 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-0179?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Igno Saitz Libmikmod.