CVE-2007-3037: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Aug 14 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Media Player 7.1, 9, 10, and 11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a skin file (WMZ or WMD) with crafted header information that causes a size mismatch between compressed and decompressed data and triggers a heap-based buffer overflow, aka "Windows Media Player Code Execution Vulnerability Parsing Skins."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Media Player | =7.1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Media Player | =10 | |
| Microsoft Windows Media Player | =11 | |
| Microsoft Windows Media Player | =9 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-046.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-226A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25307
- http://www.osvdb.org/36385
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018565
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26433
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2871
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A2207
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2007/ms07-047
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/476533/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3037?
CVE-2007-3037 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3037?
To fix CVE-2007-3037, update Microsoft Windows Media Player to the latest version provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows Media Player are affected by CVE-2007-3037?
CVE-2007-3037 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player versions 7.1, 9, 10, and 11.
What kind of attack does CVE-2007-3037 enable?
CVE-2007-3037 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.
How can users protect themselves from CVE-2007-3037?
Users can protect themselves from CVE-2007-3037 by avoiding the opening of suspicious WMZ or WMD skin files.
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