CVE-2007-5095: Input Validation
First published: Wed Sep 26 2007(Updated: )
Microsoft Windows Media Player (WMP) 9 on Windows XP SP2 invokes Internet Explorer to render HTML documents contained inside some media files, regardless of what default web browser is configured, which might allow remote attackers to exploit vulnerabilities in software that the user does not expect to run, as demonstrated by the HTMLView parameter in an .asx file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Media Player | =9 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/479855/100/100/threaded
- http://www.gnucitizen.org/blog/backdooring-windows-media-files
- http://osvdb.org/41093
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/479856/100/100/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/479854/100/100/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/479825/100/100/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-5095?
CVE-2007-5095 has a moderate severity rating due to potential exploitation opportunities via remote attackers.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5095?
To fix CVE-2007-5095, ensure you update Windows Media Player to the latest version and apply all relevant security patches provided by Microsoft.
What systems are affected by CVE-2007-5095?
CVE-2007-5095 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 on Windows XP with Service Pack 2 installed.
What type of vulnerabilities can exploit CVE-2007-5095?
CVE-2007-5095 can be exploited through vulnerabilities in insecure HTML rendering by Internet Explorer invoked from media files.
Can CVE-2007-5095 be exploited via media files?
Yes, CVE-2007-5095 can be exploited through specially crafted media files that invoke Internet Explorer for rendering HTML content.
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