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CVE-2004-1309

10.0 · HIGH

Heap-based buffer overflow in the demux_open_bmp function in demux_bmp.c for Unix MPlayer 1.0pre5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a bitmap (BMP) file containing a large biClrU…

Published Jan 10, 2005mplayerEPSS 5.18%

Overview

CVE-2004-1309 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mplayer unix_mplayer. It was published on January 10, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the demux_open_bmp function in demux_bmp.c for Unix MPlayer 1.0pre5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a bitmap (BMP) file containing a large biClrUsed field.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mplayer. Update unix_mplayer 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-2004-1309?

CVE-2004-1309 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting mplayer unix_mplayer. It was published on January 10, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-1309?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, 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-2004-1309?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from mplayer. Update unix_mplayer 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-2004-1309?

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