CVE-2019-1480: Microsoft Windows Media Player Color Transform Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
An information disclosure vulnerability exists in Windows Media Player when it fails to properly handle objects in memory, aka 'Windows Media Player Information Disclosure Vulnerability'. This CVE ID is unique from CVE-2019-1481.
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This vulnerability allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information on affected installations of Windows Media Player. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file. The specific flaw exists within the parsing of AVI files. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in a read past the end of an allocated buffer. An attacker can leverage this in conjunction with other vulnerabilities to execute code in the context of the current process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2019-1480?
CVE-2019-1480 is rated as important due to its potential for information disclosure.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1480?
To fix CVE-2019-1480, ensure your Windows Media Player is updated with the latest security patches from Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2019-1480?
CVE-2019-1480 affects Windows 7 with Service Pack 1 and versions of Windows Media Player.
What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2019-1480?
CVE-2019-1480 can be exploited by remote attackers to disclose sensitive information.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2019-1480?
Disabling Windows Media Player can mitigate the risk associated with CVE-2019-1480 until a patch is applied.