CVE-2019-1481: Microsoft Windows Media Player Color Conversion 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-2019-1480.
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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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What is the severity of CVE-2019-1481?
CVE-2019-1481 has been rated as a moderate severity information disclosure vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2019-1481?
To fix CVE-2019-1481, ensure that you install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows Media Player.
What types of systems are affected by CVE-2019-1481?
CVE-2019-1481 affects Microsoft Windows 7 with Service Pack 1 and specifically targets Windows Media Player.
Can CVE-2019-1481 allow an attacker to execute code?
No, CVE-2019-1481 is an information disclosure vulnerability that does not allow for remote code execution.
What impact does CVE-2019-1481 have on affected systems?
The impact of CVE-2019-1481 includes the potential unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information from users' systems.