CVE-2019-17259: High severity kmplayer vulnerability

Published Oct 8, 2019
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Updated

KMPlayer 4.2.2.31 allows a User Mode Write AV starting at utils!srcnew+0x000000000014d6ee.

Affected Software

1 affected component
KMPlayer KMPlayer=4.2.2.31

Event History

Oct 8, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:14 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:14 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-17259?

CVE-2019-17259 has a high severity level due to potential user mode memory corruption issues.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-17259?

To fix CVE-2019-17259, upgrade to a later version of KMPlayer beyond 4.2.2.31.

3

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2019-17259?

CVE-2019-17259 can lead to a user mode write access violation, which may allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.

4

Is CVE-2019-17259 a zero-day vulnerability?

CVE-2019-17259 is not classified as a zero-day vulnerability since it was publicly disclosed.

5

Which version of KMPlayer is affected by CVE-2019-17259?

CVE-2019-17259 specifically affects KMPlayer version 4.2.2.31.

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