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CVE-2004-0991

7.5 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in mpg123 before 0.59s-r9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via frame headers in MP2 or MP3 files.

Published Jan 11, 2005mpg123EPSS 3.58%

Overview

CVE-2004-0991 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mpg123 mpg123. It was published on January 11, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in mpg123 before 0.59s-r9 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via frame headers in MP2 or MP3 files.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mpg123. Update mpg123 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0991?

CVE-2004-0991 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mpg123 mpg123. It was published on January 11, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-0991?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-0991?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mpg123. Update mpg123 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2004-0991?

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