CVE-2009-0181 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 20 Jan 2009 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Buffer overflow in VUPlayer allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service via a maliciously crafted file.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Local or same network only
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2009-0181?

CVE-2009-0181 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Jan 2009. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Buffer overflow in VUPlayer allows user-assisted attackers to have an unknown impact via a long file, as demonstrated by a file composed entirely of 'A' characters.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-0181?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Vuplayer Vuplayer.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0181?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-0181 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2009-0181 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-0181 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-f26m-6v73-rmfp.