CVE-2004-0659: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jul 13 2004(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in TranslateFilename for common.c in MPlayer 1.0pre4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long file name.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| DVD Player | =0.90 | |
| DVD Player | =0.90_pre | |
| DVD Player | =0.90_rc | |
| DVD Player | =0.90_rc4 | |
| DVD Player | =0.91 | |
| DVD Player | =0.92 | |
| DVD Player | =0.92.1 | |
| DVD Player | =0.92_cvs | |
| DVD Player | =1.0_pre1 | |
| DVD Player | =1.0_pre2 | |
| DVD Player | =1.0_pre3 | |
| DVD Player | =1.0_pre3try2 | |
| DVD Player | =1.0_pre4 | |
| DVD Player | =head_cvs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0659?
CVE-2004-0659 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0659?
To fix CVE-2004-0659, you should upgrade MPlayer to a version later than 1.0_pre4, which addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
What versions of MPlayer are affected by CVE-2004-0659?
CVE-2004-0659 affects MPlayer versions 0.90, 0.90_pre, 0.90_rc, 0.90_rc4, 0.91, 0.92, 0.92.1, 0.92_cvs, and 1.0_pre4.
Can CVE-2004-0659 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0659 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted long file names.
What mitigation strategies exist for CVE-2004-0659?
Mitigation strategies for CVE-2004-0659 include ensuring that all instances of MPlayer are updated to the latest versions and restricting file name inputs where possible.
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- version/dvd player/0.90_rc4
- version/dvd player/0.91
- version/dvd player/0.92
- version/dvd player/0.92.1
- version/dvd player/0.92_cvs
- version/dvd player/1.0_pre1
- version/dvd player/1.0_pre2
- version/dvd player/1.0_pre3
- version/dvd player/1.0_pre3try2
- version/dvd player/1.0_pre4
- version/dvd player/head_cvs