7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-1176: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Dec 20 2002(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Winamp 2.81 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Artist ID3v2 tag in an MP3 file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Winamp iPod Plugin=2.81
Winamp=2.81

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1176?

    CVE-2002-1176 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1176?

    To mitigate CVE-2002-1176, update to a later version of Winamp that is not affected by this vulnerability.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2002-1176?

    CVE-2002-1176 affects Winamp version 2.81 specifically.

  • Can CVE-2002-1176 lead to system compromise?

    Yes, CVE-2002-1176 can lead to system compromise by allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code remotely.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-1176?

    CVE-2002-1176 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

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