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CVE-2009-1627

9.3 · HIGH

Stack-based buffer overflow in Streaming Download Project (SDP) Downloader 2.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long .asf URL in the HREF attribute of a REF element in a .a…

Published May 12, 2009sdp_multimediaCWE-119EPSS 7.33%

Overview

CVE-2009-1627 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting sdp_multimedia streaming_download_project. It was published on May 12, 2009 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Streaming Download Project (SDP) Downloader 2.3.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long .asf URL in the HREF attribute of a REF element in a .asx file.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from sdp_multimedia. Update streaming_download_project 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-2009-1627?

CVE-2009-1627 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting sdp_multimedia streaming_download_project. It was published on May 12, 2009 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2009-1627?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, 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-2009-1627?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from sdp_multimedia. Update streaming_download_project 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.

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