ZDI-19-1003: Microsoft Windows Media Player Color Conversion Out-Of-Bounds Read Information Disclosure Vulnerability
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.
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Media Player |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of ZDI-19-1003?
ZDI-19-1003 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to disclose sensitive information.
How do I fix ZDI-19-1003?
To fix ZDI-19-1003, Microsoft recommends updating Windows Media Player to the latest version available.
What type of user interaction is required for ZDI-19-1003?
Exploitation of ZDI-19-1003 requires the user to visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
Which software is affected by ZDI-19-1003?
ZDI-19-1003 affects installations of Microsoft Windows Media Player.
What information can be disclosed due to ZDI-19-1003?
ZDI-19-1003 allows remote attackers to disclose sensitive information from affected installations of Windows Media Player.
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