7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2003-0577

First published: Thu Jul 17 2003(Updated: )

mpg123 0.59r allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via an MP3 file with a zero bitrate, which creates a negative frame size.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
mpg123=0.59r
mpg123=pre0.59s

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-0577?

    CVE-2003-0577 is considered to have a high severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service and arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-0577?

    To fix CVE-2003-0577, upgrade mpg123 to version 0.59s or later, or remove the affected software completely.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0577?

    CVE-2003-0577 affects mpg123 versions 0.59r and pre0.59s.

  • Can CVE-2003-0577 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2003-0577 can be exploited remotely through the use of specially crafted MP3 files with zero bitrate.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0577?

    CVE-2003-0577 is a denial of service vulnerability that may also allow for the execution of arbitrary code.

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