Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in MAGIX Music Editor by MAGIX
CVE-2018-25260

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Magix

Status
Magix Music Editor
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25260?

MAGIX Music Editor 3.1 is susceptible to a buffer overflow vulnerability in its FreeDB Proxy Options dialog. This vulnerability allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code through misuse of structured exception handling. By crafting a malicious payload and entering it into the Server field via the FreeDB Proxy Options menu, an attacker can trigger code execution upon saving the settings. This flaw underscores the importance of secure coding practices to prevent local exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

MAGIX Music Editor 3.1

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-2018-25260 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46056
exploit
https://www.magix.com/us/
product
https://www.magix.com/us/music/mp3-deluxe/
product

CVSS V4

Score:
8.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

bzyo
.