CVE-2009-2878: Buffer Overflow
Heap-based buffer overflow in atas32.dll in the Cisco WebEx WRF Player 26.x before 26.49.32 (aka T26SP49EP32) for Windows, 27.x before 27.10.x (aka T27SP10) for Windows, 26.x before 26.49.35 for Mac OS X and Linux, and 27.x before 27.11.8 for Mac OS X and Linux allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted WebEx Recording Format (WRF) file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2009-2876 and CVE-2009-2879.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2878?
CVE-2009-2878 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2878?
To fix CVE-2009-2878, upgrade the Cisco WebEx Player to the latest version as listed in the security advisory.
What systems are affected by CVE-2009-2878?
CVE-2009-2878 affects Cisco WebEx Player versions 26.x before 26.49.32 and 27.x before 27.10.x for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2878?
CVE-2009-2878 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2009-2878 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-2878 can be exploited remotely by attackers to execute arbitrary code.