CVE-2009-2896: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Aug 20 2009(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in KMplayer 2.9.4.1433 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long string in a subtitle (.srt) playlist file. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| KMPlayer | <=2.9.4.1433 | |
| KMPlayer | =2.9.3.1210 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2896?
CVE-2009-2896 is rated as high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service or execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2896?
To fix CVE-2009-2896, upgrade KMplayer to version 2.9.4.1434 or later.
What types of attacks does CVE-2009-2896 enable?
CVE-2009-2896 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause the KMplayer application to crash.
Which versions of KMplayer are affected by CVE-2009-2896?
CVE-2009-2896 affects KMplayer versions up to and including 2.9.4.1433.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2896?
CVE-2009-2896 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.
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