CVE-2009-3221 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a crafted .m3u playlist file in Audio Lib Player, requiring user interaction to open the file.
- 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-2009-3221?
CVE-2009-3221 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Sep 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 Audio Lib Player (ALP) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL in a .m3u playlist file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-3221?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Basicunivers.free.fr Audio Lib Player.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3221?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-3221 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-2009-3221 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-3221 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-3x4w-3pwj-2297.