CVE-2005-2128
First published: Tue Oct 11 2005(Updated: )
QUARTZ.DLL in Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 allows remote attackers to write a null byte to arbitrary memory via an AVI file with a crafted strn element with a modified length value.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Media Player | =9 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.osvdb.org/18822
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA05-284A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/995220
- http://www.eeye.com/html/research/advisories/AD20051011a.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/15063
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17160
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2005-214.pdf
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17172
- http://secunia.com/advisories/17509
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1434
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1424
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1267
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1231
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1149
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2005/ms05-050
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2128?
CVE-2005-2128 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary memory corruption.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2128?
To fix CVE-2005-2128, users should upgrade to a newer version of Microsoft Windows Media Player that is not affected.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2005-2128?
The potential impacts of CVE-2005-2128 include remote code execution and system instability.
What software is affected by CVE-2005-2128?
CVE-2005-2128 specifically affects Microsoft Windows Media Player version 9.
Can CVE-2005-2128 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2005-2128 can be exploited remotely via malicious AVI files.
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