Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player
CVE-2014-2671

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Media Player
Vendor
CVE Published:
31 March 2014

Summary

The vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Media Player (WMP) 11.0.5721.5230 allows attackers to exploit memory corruption when the player processes crafted WAV files. This exploitation can lead to denial of service, potentially resulting in application crashes or allowing attackers unspecified impacts on the system. Proper handling of audio file formats is crucial to prevent such vulnerabilities, and it is advised to update to the latest version to ensure security against these threats.

References

https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/92080
vdb-entryx_refsource_XF
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/125834
x_refsource_MISC
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/32477/
exploitx_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB

EPSS Score

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

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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