CVE-2009-1356 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published Updated

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious playlist file with a long filename.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2009-1356?

CVE-2009-1356 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Apr 2009. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Elecard AVC HD Player allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long MP3 filename in a playlist (.xpl) file.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-1356?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Elecard Elecard Avc Hd Player.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1356?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-1356 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-2009-1356 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-1356 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hh4v-xv6r-j9cr.

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