CVE-2003-0835: Buffer Overflow
Published Oct 1, 2003
·Updated
Multiple buffer overflows in asfhttprequest of MPlayer before 0.92 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an ASX header with a long hostname.
Affected Software
6 affected components
MPlayer MPlayer=0.90
MPlayer MPlayer=1.0_pre1
MPlayer MPlayer=0.90_rc
MPlayer MPlayer=0.91
MPlayer MPlayer=0.90_pre
MPlayer MPlayer=0.90_rc4
Event History
Oct 1, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Nov 17, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2003-0835?
CVE-2003-0835 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2003-0835?
To fix CVE-2003-0835, update MPlayer to version 0.92 or later.
3
What versions of MPlayer are affected by CVE-2003-0835?
CVE-2003-0835 affects MPlayer versions 0.90, 0.90_rc, 0.91, 0.90_pre, 1.0_pre1, and 0.90_rc4.
4
Can CVE-2003-0835 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2003-0835 can be exploited remotely by sending a crafted ASX header with a long hostname.
5
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-0835?
CVE-2003-0835 is a buffer overflow vulnerability, allowing attackers to run arbitrary code.