CVE-2011-2594 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 2 Sep 2011 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious playlist file in KMPlayer.

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-2011-2594?

CVE-2011-2594 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 2 Sep 2011. 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

Heap-based buffer overflow in KMPlayer 3.0.0.1441, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a playlist (.KPL) file with a long Title field.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-2594?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Kmplayer Kmplayer.

How do I fix CVE-2011-2594?

No fix has been published for CVE-2011-2594 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-2011-2594 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2011-2594 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-9mmp-5j7c-w2r4.