CVE-2011-4496 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious playlist file in Aviosoft DTV Player.
- 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-2011-4496?
CVE-2011-4496 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 21 Nov 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
Buffer overflow in Aviosoft DTV Player 1.0.1.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .plf (aka playlist) file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2011-4496?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Aviosoft Dtv Player.
How do I fix CVE-2011-4496?
No fix has been published for CVE-2011-4496 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-2011-4496 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2011-4496 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Metasploit module.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-j69q-6jr2-j2m6.