CVE-2006-0006: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Feb 14 2006(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the bitmap processing routine in Microsoft Windows Media Player 7.1 on Windows 2000 SP4, Media Player 9 on Windows 2000 SP4 and XP SP1, and Media Player 10 on XP SP1 and SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted bitmap (.BMP) file that specifies a size of 0 but contains additional data.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Media Player | =7.1 | |
| Windows Media Player | =9 | |
| Windows Media Player | =10 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 9x | =gold | |
| Microsoft Windows 98 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Me | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-045A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/291396
- http://www.eeye.com/html/research/advisories/AD20060214.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16633
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015627
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18835
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/423
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0574
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24488
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1661
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1598
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1578
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1256
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-005
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/425158/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/424983/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0006?
CVE-2006-0006 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0006?
To remediate CVE-2006-0006, update to the latest version of Microsoft Windows Media Player or install the relevant patches provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows Media Player are affected by CVE-2006-0006?
CVE-2006-0006 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player versions 7.1, 9, and 10.
Can CVE-2006-0006 affect my Windows operating system?
Yes, CVE-2006-0006 can affect various versions of Windows, including Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows 98.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2006-0006?
CVE-2006-0006 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted bitmap file, exploiting a heap-based buffer overflow.
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