Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player 11
CVE-2008-2253

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Key Information:

Vendor

Microsoft
Status
Windows Media Player
Vendor
CVE Published:
11 September 2008

What is CVE-2008-2253?

An unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player 11 permits remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by manipulating audio-only files streamed from a Server-Side Playlist (SSPL) on Windows Media Server. This exploitation occurs when a user is tricked into opening a specially crafted audio file, potentially leading to unauthorized actions on the affected system.

References

http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2522
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http://support.nortel.com/go/main.jsp?cscat=BLTNDETAIL&id...
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http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=122235754013992&w=2
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EPSS Score

45% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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