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

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 30%

What is CVE-2014-2671?

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.

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.

CVE-2014-2671 - Proof of Concept

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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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