PT-2006-1006 · Xine · Xine
Published
2006-05-05
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Updated
2018-10-18
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CVE-2006-2230
CVSS v2.0
5.0
Medium
| Vector | AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P |
Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions:
xine version 0.99.4
Description:
The issue involves multiple format string vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to cause a denial of service. This can be achieved via format string specifiers in an MP3 filename specified on the command line. The vulnerability might be exploited remotely.
Recommendations:
For xine version 0.99.4, consider avoiding the use of user-provided input for MP3 filenames to minimize the risk of exploitation until a patch is available. As a temporary workaround, restrict access to command line arguments to prevent potential abuse. At the moment, there is no information about a newer version that contains a fix for this vulnerability.
Exploit
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Affected Products
Xine