CVE-2007-4288
First published: Thu Aug 09 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 (wmplayer.exe) allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted .au file that triggers a divide-by-zero error, as demonstrated by iapetus.au.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Media Player | =11 | |
| =11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4288?
CVE-2007-4288 has a medium severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial-of-service condition.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4288?
To mitigate CVE-2007-4288, ensure you apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for Windows Media Player 11.
What types of attacks can be executed due to CVE-2007-4288?
CVE-2007-4288 allows remote attackers to crash the application, resulting in a denial of service.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2007-4288?
CVE-2007-4288 specifically affects Microsoft Windows Media Player version 11.
What is the exploit method for CVE-2007-4288?
CVE-2007-4288 can be exploited through a specially crafted .au file that triggers a divide-by-zero error.
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