CVE-2019-17259: High severity kmplayer vulnerability
Published Oct 8, 2019
·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
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.