7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-1177: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Dec 20 2002(Updated: )

Multiple buffer overflows in Winamp 3.0, when displaying an MP3 in the Media Library window, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an MP3 file containing a long (1) Artist or (2) Album ID3v2 tag.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Winamp iPod Plugin=3.0
Winamp=3.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1177?

    CVE-2002-1177 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1177?

    To fix CVE-2002-1177, upgrade to a patched version of Winamp that addresses the buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-1177?

    CVE-2002-1177 primarily affects users of Winamp version 3.0.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-1177?

    CVE-2002-1177 can be exploited via crafted MP3 files containing overly long ID3v2 tags.

  • Is CVE-2002-1177 still relevant today?

    While CVE-2002-1177 is an old vulnerability, it highlights the importance of keeping software updated to prevent similar issues.

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