CVE-2005-2310: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 19, 2005
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Winamp 5.03a, 5.09 and 5.091, and other versions before 5.094, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an MP3 file with a long ID3v2 tag such as (1) ARTIST or (2) TITLE.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Nullsoft Winamp=5.09
Nullsoft Winamp<=5.093
Nullsoft Winamp=5.03a
Nullsoft Winamp=5.091

Event History

Jul 19, 2005
CVE Published
04:00 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What are the affected versions of Winamp for CVE-2005-2310?

CVE-2005-2310 affects Winamp versions 5.03a, 5.09, 5.091, and all versions prior to 5.094.

2

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2005-2310?

CVE-2005-2310 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

3

How can I mitigate the risks associated with CVE-2005-2310?

To mitigate risks for CVE-2005-2310, it is recommended to upgrade to Winamp version 5.094 or later.

4

What can attackers exploit in CVE-2005-2310?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2005-2310 by crafting an MP3 file with a long ID3v2 tag to trigger the buffer overflow.

5

Is CVE-2005-2310 easily exploitable?

Yes, CVE-2005-2310 can be easily exploited by sending a specially crafted MP3 file to the target user.

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