CVE-2005-1574
First published: Sat May 14 2005(Updated: )
Windows Media Player 9 and 10, in certain cases, allows content protected by Windows Media Digital Rights Management (WMDRM) to redirect the user to a web site to obtain a license, even when the "Acquire licenses automatically for protected content" setting is not enabled.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Media Player | =9 | |
| Windows Media Player | =10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-1574?
CVE-2005-1574 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential unauthorized access to protected content.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1574?
To remediate CVE-2005-1574, update Windows Media Player to the latest version or apply the relevant patches from Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows Media Player are affected by CVE-2005-1574?
CVE-2005-1574 affects Windows Media Player versions 9 and 10.
What is the impact of CVE-2005-1574 on user privacy?
CVE-2005-1574 could potentially compromise user privacy by allowing unauthorized redirection to license acquisition sites.
Is CVE-2005-1574 still a risk today?
While CVE-2005-1574 pertains to older versions of Windows Media Player, users of these versions may still be at risk if they have not updated.
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