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CVE-2004-1244

First published: Sun Feb 08 2004(Updated: )

Windows Media Player 9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a PNG file containing large (1) width or (2) height values, aka the "PNG Processing Vulnerability."

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Windows Media Player=9

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2004-1244?

    CVE-2004-1244 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2004-1244?

    To fix CVE-2004-1244, users should update to a version of Windows Media Player that is not vulnerable to this issue.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2004-1244?

    Users of Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 are affected by CVE-2004-1244.

  • What types of attacks exploit CVE-2004-1244?

    CVE-2004-1244 is exploited through specially crafted PNG files that contain oversized dimensions.

  • What happens if I am targeted by an exploit of CVE-2004-1244?

    If targeted by an exploit of CVE-2004-1244, your system may suffer from unauthorized code execution, compromising system integrity.

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