CVE-2009-4311: Code Injection
First published: Sun Dec 13 2009(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in the Indeo codec in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2 and SP3, and Server 2003 SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted media content, as reported to Microsoft by Paul Byrne of NGS Software. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2008-3615.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.microsoft.com/technet/security/advisory/954157.mspx
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1023302
- http://support.microsoft.com/kb/976138
- http://support.microsoft.com/kb/955759
- http://support.microsoft.com/kb/954157
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3440
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37592
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37251
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54645
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A11975
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4311?
CVE-2009-4311 has a moderate severity rating due to potential remote code execution risks.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4311?
To fix CVE-2009-4311, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for the affected Windows versions.
What versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2009-4311?
CVE-2009-4311 affects Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP2 and SP3, and Windows Server 2003 SP2.
Can CVE-2009-4311 be exploited remotely?
Yes, attackers can exploit CVE-2009-4311 remotely through crafted media content.
Who reported the CVE-2009-4311 vulnerability to Microsoft?
The vulnerability CVE-2009-4311 was reported to Microsoft by Paul Byrne of NGS Software.
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