Vulnerability Description
Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in vp6.w5s (aka the VP6 codec) in Winamp before 5.59 Beta build 3033 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted VP6 (1) video file or (2) video stream.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nullsoft | Winamp | <= 5.581 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://forums.winamp.com/showthread.php?t=322995
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2010-95/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/514484/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/44466
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://forums.winamp.com/showthread.php?t=322995
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2010-95/Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/514484/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/44466
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1523?
CVE-2010-1523 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in vp6.w5s (aka the VP6 codec) in Winamp before 5.59 Beta build 3033 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted VP6 (1) video file or (2)...
How severe is CVE-2010-1523?
CVE-2010-1523 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-2010-1523?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nullsoft Winamp.