CVE-2006-1655: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Apr 06 2006(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in mpg123 0.59r allow user-assisted attackers to trigger a segmentation fault and possibly have other impacts via a certain MP3 file, as demonstrated by mpg1DoS3. NOTE: this issue might be related to CVE-2004-0991, but it is not clear.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| mpg123 | =0.59r |
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Reference Links
- http://downloads.securityfocus.com/vulnerabilities/exploits/mpg1DoS3.pl
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17365
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1074
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20240
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20275
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20281
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:092
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1655?
CVE-2006-1655 has a moderate severity rating due to the possibility of triggering a segmentation fault.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1655?
To fix CVE-2006-1655, update mpg123 to a newer version that addresses this buffer overflow vulnerability.
What types of attacks can CVE-2006-1655 facilitate?
CVE-2006-1655 can facilitate user-assisted attacks that exploit specially crafted MP3 files.
Is CVE-2006-1655 related to other vulnerabilities?
CVE-2006-1655 might have a connection to CVE-2004-0991, though the relationship is not clearly defined.
Which version of mpg123 is affected by CVE-2006-1655?
The affected version of mpg123 related to CVE-2006-1655 is 0.59r.
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