CVE-2018-5200: KMPlayer Heap Overflow Vulnerability

Published Dec 20, 2018
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Updated

KMPlayer 4.2.2.15 and earlier have a Heap Based Buffer Overflow Vulnerability. It could be exploited with a crafted FLV format file. The problem is that more frame data is copied to heap memory than the size specified in the frame header. This results in a memory corruption and remote code execution.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Pandora Kmplayer<=4.2.2.15

Event History

Dec 20, 2018
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2018-5200?

CVE-2018-5200 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for exploitation and memory corruption.

2

How do I fix CVE-2018-5200?

To fix CVE-2018-5200, users should upgrade KMPlayer to version 4.2.2.16 or later.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2018-5200 enable?

CVE-2018-5200 can enable remote code execution attacks if successfully exploited with a malicious FLV file.

4

Which versions of KMPlayer are affected by CVE-2018-5200?

KMPlayer versions 4.2.2.15 and earlier are affected by CVE-2018-5200.

5

What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2018-5200?

CVE-2018-5200 is caused by a heap-based buffer overflow due to improper handling of frame data in FLV files.

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