CVE-2006-6261: Buffer Overflow

Published Dec 4, 2006
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in Quintessential Player 4.50.1.82 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) M3u or (2) M3u-8 file; or a (3) crafted PLS file with a long value in the (a) NumberofEntries, (b) Length (aka Length1), (c) Filename (aka File1), (d) Title (aka Title1) field, or other unspecified fields.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 95
Microsoft Windows 98=gold
Microsoft Windows ME
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows XP
Quinnware Quintessential Player<=4.50.1.82
All of the following
Any of the following
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows 95
Microsoft Windows 98=gold
Microsoft Windows ME
Microsoft Windows NT=4.0
Microsoft Windows XP
Quinnware Quintessential Player<=4.50.1.82

Event History

Dec 4, 2006
CVE Published
11:28 AM
Data Sourced
11:28 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:28 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-6261?

CVE-2006-6261 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service and arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-6261?

To mitigate CVE-2006-6261, you should upgrade to Quintessential Player version 4.50.1.83 or later where the vulnerability is addressed.

3

What types of files can exploit CVE-2006-6261?

CVE-2006-6261 can be exploited via crafted M3u, M3u-8, or PLS files with specific long values.

4

What software is affected by CVE-2006-6261?

CVE-2006-6261 affects Quintessential Player versions up to and including 4.50.1.82.

5

Can CVE-2006-6261 lead to arbitrary code execution?

Yes, CVE-2006-6261 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

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