CVE-2005-3525: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 31, 2005
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in an ActiveX control for the installer for Adobe Macromedia Shockwave Player 10.1.0.11 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted large values for unspecified parameters.
Affected Software
9 affected components
Adobe Shockwave Player=5.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=4.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=8.5.1
Adobe Shockwave Player=6.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=10.1.0.11
Adobe Shockwave Player=1.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=2.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=8.0
Adobe Shockwave Player=3.0
Event History
Dec 31, 2005
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Feb 24, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2005-3525?
CVE-2005-3525 is considered to have a high severity due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2005-3525?
To fix CVE-2005-3525, you should update your Adobe Shockwave Player to the latest version available, ensuring that all vulnerabilities are patched.
3
What are the affected versions of Adobe Shockwave Player for CVE-2005-3525?
CVE-2005-3525 affects Adobe Shockwave Player versions 1.0 through 10.1.0.11.
4
What type of vulnerability is identified in CVE-2005-3525?
CVE-2005-3525 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2005-3525 be exploited through the internet?
Yes, CVE-2005-3525 can be exploited remotely through the internet by attackers using crafted parameters.