Integer Overflow and Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Nullsoft Winamp
CVE-2009-1831

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Key Information:

Vendor

Nullsoft

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 May 2009

Badges

๐Ÿ‘พ Exploit Exists๐ŸŸก Public PoC๐ŸŸฃ EPSS 81%

What is CVE-2009-1831?

The Modern Skins Support module (gen_ff.dll) in Nullsoft Winamp prior to version 5.552 contains a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through a specially crafted MAKI file. This security issue arises from improper sign extension, leading to an integer overflow and subsequent stack-based buffer overflow, which can compromise the integrity and security of affected systems.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

References

EPSS Score

81% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • ๐ŸŸก

    Public PoC available

  • ๐Ÿ‘พ

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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