CVE-2009-1565: Buffer Overflow

Published Apr 12, 2010
·
Updated

vmnc.dll in the VMnc media codec in VMware Movie Decoder before 6.5.4 Build 246459 on Windows, and the movie decoder in VMware Workstation 6.5.x before 6.5.4 build 246459, VMware Player 2.5.x before 2.5.4 build 246459, and VMware Server 2.x on Windows, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an AVI file with crafted HexTile-encoded video chunks that trigger heap-based buffer overflows, related to "integer truncation errors."

Affected Software

19 affected components
VMware Workstation=6.5.1
VMware Workstation=6.5.0
VMware Workstation=6.5.2
VMware Workstation=6.5.3
VMware Player=2.5.1
VMware Player=2.5.2
VMware Player=2.5
VMware Player=2.5.3
VMware Movie Decoder=6.5.3
Microsoft Windows
VMware Server=2.0.0
VMware Server=2.0.1
VMware Server=2.0.2
All of the following
VMware Movie Decoder=6.5.3
Microsoft Windows
All of the following
Any of the following
VMware Server=2.0.0
VMware Server=2.0.1
VMware Server=2.0.2
Microsoft Windows

Event History

Apr 12, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:30 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-1565?

CVE-2009-1565 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-1565?

To remediate CVE-2009-1565, upgrade to VMware Workstation 6.5.4 Build 246459, VMware Player 2.5.4 Build 246459, or apply the appropriate patches.

3

Which VMware products are affected by CVE-2009-1565?

CVE-2009-1565 affects VMware Workstation 6.5.0 to 6.5.3, VMware Player 2.5.0 to 2.5.3, and VMware Movie Decoder before version 6.5.4 Build 246459.

4

Can CVE-2009-1565 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-1565 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2009-1565 on system security?

The impact of CVE-2009-1565 on system security is significant as it allows attackers to gain control over vulnerable systems.

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