First published: Fri Dec 27 2019(Updated: )
Winamp 5.63: Invalid Pointer Dereference leading to Arbitrary Code Execution
Credit: cve@mitre.org
Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
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NullSoft Winamp | =5.63 |
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CVE-2013-4695 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
To mitigate CVE-2013-4695, users should upgrade to a patched version of Winamp or discontinue use of the vulnerable version.
CVE-2013-4695 allows attackers to exploit an invalid pointer dereference, leading to arbitrary code execution on the host system.
CVE-2013-4695 specifically affects Winamp version 5.63.
Yes, CVE-2013-4695 can be exploited remotely if an attacker tricks a user into opening a malicious file.