CVE-2006-3228: Buffer Overflow
Published Jun 26, 2006
·Updated
Buffer overflow in inmidi.dll for WinAmp 2.90 up to 5.23, including 5.21, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .mid (MIDI) file.
Affected Software
30 affected components
Nullsoft Winamp<=5.23
Nullsoft Winamp=2.90
Nullsoft Winamp=2.91
Nullsoft Winamp=2.95
Nullsoft Winamp=3.0
Nullsoft Winamp=3.1
Nullsoft Winamp=5.0
Nullsoft Winamp=5.0.1
Nullsoft Winamp=5.0.2
Nullsoft Winamp=5.01
Nullsoft Winamp=5.1
Nullsoft Winamp=5.02
Nullsoft Winamp=5.2
Nullsoft Winamp=5.03
Nullsoft Winamp=5.03a
Nullsoft Winamp=5.04
Nullsoft Winamp=5.05
Nullsoft Winamp=5.06
Nullsoft Winamp=5.07
Nullsoft Winamp=5.08c
Nullsoft Winamp=5.08d
Nullsoft Winamp=5.08e
Nullsoft Winamp=5.09
Nullsoft Winamp=5.11
Nullsoft Winamp=5.12
Nullsoft Winamp=5.13
Nullsoft Winamp=5.21
Nullsoft Winamp=5.091
Nullsoft Winamp=5.093
Nullsoft Winamp=5.094
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Jun 26, 2006
CVE Published
08:05 PM
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3228?
CVE-2006-3228 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-3228?
To fix CVE-2006-3228, you should upgrade to a patched version of WinAmp that is above 5.23.
3
What versions of WinAmp are affected by CVE-2006-3228?
CVE-2006-3228 affects WinAmp versions from 2.90 up to and including 5.23.
4
Can CVE-2006-3228 be exploited by a user?
Yes, CVE-2006-3228 can be exploited by remote attackers through the use of a specially crafted MIDI file.
5
What types of attacks can CVE-2006-3228 facilitate?
CVE-2006-3228 can facilitate remote code execution attacks, allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.