Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in IN_MOD.DLL (aka the Module Decoder Plug-in) in Winamp before 5.57, and libmikmod 3.1.12, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Ultratracker file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nullsoft | Winamp | <= 5.56 |
| Raphael Assenat | Libmikmod | 3.1.12 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://forums.winamp.com/showthread.php?threadid=315355Patch
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-05/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37495Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-55/Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-56/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2010:151
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/508528/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37374
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3575PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1107Vendor Advisory
- http://forums.winamp.com/showthread.php?threadid=315355Patch
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-05/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37495Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-55/Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2009-56/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3996?
CVE-2009-3996 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in IN_MOD.DLL (aka the Module Decoder Plug-in) in Winamp before 5.57, and libmikmod 3.1.12, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an Ultratracker file.
How severe is CVE-2009-3996?
CVE-2009-3996 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-2009-3996?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nullsoft Winamp, Raphael Assenat Libmikmod.