CVE-2003-0577: High severity mpg123 mpg123 vulnerability
Published 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.
Affected Software
2 affected components
mpg123 mpg123=0.59r
mpg123 mpg123=pre0.59s
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Jul 17, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 18, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2003-0577?
CVE-2003-0577 affects mpg123 versions 0.59r and pre0.59s.
4
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.
5
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.