CVE-2007-6401: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 17, 2007
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in mplayer2.exe in Microsoft Windows Media Player (WMP) 6.4, when used with the 3ivx 4.5.1 or 5.0.1 codec, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a certain .mp4 file, possibly a related issue to CVE-2007-6402.
Affected Software
3 affected components
3ivx Mpeg-4 Codec=5.0.1
3ivx Mpeg-4 Codec=4.5.1
Microsoft Windows Media Player=6.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Dec 17, 2007
CVE Published
06:46 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-2007-6401?
CVE-2007-6401 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-6401?
To fix CVE-2007-6401, update to a newer version of Microsoft Windows Media Player that does not use affected 3ivx codecs.
3
Which software is affected by CVE-2007-6401?
CVE-2007-6401 affects Microsoft Windows Media Player 6.4 when using 3ivx MPEG-4 Codec versions 4.5.1 and 5.0.1.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2007-6401 exploit?
CVE-2007-6401 exploits a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2007-6401 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2007-6401 can potentially lead to unauthorized access and data theft through remote code execution.