17897 : Winamp MP3 ID3v2 Tag Handling Overflow
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10 months ago

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Disclosure
Jul 14, 2005

Discovery
Jun 22, 2005

Dates

Exploit
Jul 14, 2005

Solution
Unknown

Description

 A remote overflow exists in Winamp. The application fails to perform proper bounds checking resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted mp3 file containing an overly long ID3v2 tag, a remote attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

 Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 Upgrade to version 5.094 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

Products
NullSoft
Watch-list
WinAmp
Watch-list
 5.091
5.09
5.03a

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  • Leon Juranic - infocusBrand New Doo Dooinfigo.hr - Infigo Information Security

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