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CVE-2011-5171

9.3 · HIGH

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in CyberLink Power2Go 7 (build 196) and 8 (build 1031) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the (1) src and (2) name parameters in a p2g projec…

Published Sep 15, 2012cyberlinkCWE-119EPSS 45.79%

Overview

CVE-2011-5171 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cyberlink power2go. It was published on September 15, 2012 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

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in CyberLink Power2Go 7 (build 196) and 8 (build 1031) allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the (1) src and (2) name parameters in a p2g project file.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cyberlink. Update power2go 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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References

Refosvdb.org/77600Refsecunia.com/advisories/47145Refwww.exploit-db.com/exploits/18220Refwww.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/158003Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71723Refosvdb.org/77600Refsecunia.com/advisories/47145Refwww.exploit-db.com/exploits/18220Refwww.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/158003Refexchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/71723

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2011-5171?

CVE-2011-5171 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting cyberlink power2go. It was published on September 15, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2011-5171?

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-2011-5171?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cyberlink. Update power2go 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-2011-5171?

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