Title: xine-lib open_aiff_file() Function Overflow
Info
Disclosure
Dec 16, 2004
Discovery
Unknown
Dates
Exploit
Unknown
Solution
Unknown
Description
A local overflow exists in xine. xine fails to check the boundary of "open_aiff_file()" function, resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted multimedia file, an attacker can read and write arbitrary files or watch the programs, resulting in a loss of confidentiality and integrity.
Classification
Location:
Local Access Required
Attack Type:
Input Manipulation
Impact:
Loss of Confidentiality,
Loss of Integrity
Exploit:
Exploit Unknown
Disclosure:
OSVDB Verified
Solution
Currently, there are no known upgrades, patches, or workarounds available to correct this issue.