OSVDB ID: 26430 Title: Microsoft Windows Media Player PNG Processing Overflow |
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A remote overflow exists in Windows Media Player. The program fails to validate PNG image files resulting in a buffer overflow. With a specially crafted file, an attacker can cause arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity. |
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Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Input Manipulation Impact: Loss of Integrity Solution: Patch / RCS Exploit: Exploit Commercial Disclosure: OSVDB Verified, Vendor Verified |
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Currently, there are no known workarounds or upgrades to correct this issue. However, Microsoft has released a patch to address this vulnerability in versions 9, 10 and XP. There is no current update for Windows 98, 98 SE or ME. |
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