Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player

CVE-2010-0718

What is CVE-2010-0718?

A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Microsoft Windows Media Player 9 and 11.0.5721.5145 that can be exploited by remote attackers. By crafting a malicious .mpg file and tricking the user into opening it, attackers can cause a denial of service, leading to a divide-by-zero error and resulting in the application crashing. This vulnerability underscores the importance of ensuring safe playback of media files and reinforces the need for regular software updates to mitigate risks.

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