CVE-2008-5235: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 26, 2008
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in the demuxrealsendchunk function in src/demuxers/demuxreal.c in xine-lib before 1.1.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Real Media file. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Affected Software

38 affected components
xine xine<=1.1.4
xine xine=0.9.13
xine xine=1-beta1
xine xine=1-beta10
xine xine=1-beta11
xine xine=1-beta12
xine xine=1-beta2
xine xine=1-beta3
xine xine=1-beta4
xine xine=1-beta5
xine xine=1-beta6
xine xine=1-beta7
xine xine=1-beta8
xine xine=1-beta9
xine xine=1-rc0a
xine xine=1-rc1
xine xine=1-rc2
xine xine=1-rc3
xine xine=1-rc3a
xine xine=1-rc3b
xine xine=1-rc3c
xine xine=1-rc4
xine xine=1-rc4a
xine xine=1-rc5
xine xine=1-rc6a
xine xine=1-rc7
xine xine=1-rc8
xine xine=1.0
xine xine=1.0.1
xine xine=1.0.2
xine xine=1.0.3a
xine xine=1.1.0
xine xine=1.1.1
xine xine=1.1.2
xine xine=1.1.3
xine xine=1.1.10.1
xine xine=1.1.11
xine xine=1.1.11.1

Event History

Nov 26, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-5235?

CVE-2008-5235 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-5235?

To fix CVE-2008-5235, upgrade xine-lib to version 1.1.15 or newer.

3

What is CVE-2008-5235?

CVE-2008-5235 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in xine-lib that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted Real Media files.

4

Which versions of xine are affected by CVE-2008-5235?

CVE-2008-5235 affects multiple versions of xine, including all versions prior to 1.1.15.

5

What should I do if I cannot upgrade xine to mitigate CVE-2008-5235?

If upgrading is not possible, consider implementing a network-based solution to block potentially harmful Real Media files.

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