Local Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Easy MPEG to DVD Burner by Software Developer
CVE-2018-25301

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Easy Mpeg

Status
Easy Mpeg To Dvd Burner
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25301?

The Easy MPEG to DVD Burner version 1.7.11 is susceptible to a local buffer overflow due to improper handling of structured exception handling (SEH). Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a malicious username string that injects arbitrary code into the program. This crafted payload is designed to overwrite the SEH handler, potentially redirecting execution to malicious commands, thereby compromising the system's integrity by enabling unauthorized actions such as launching executables like calc.exe.

Affected Version(s)

Easy MPEG to DVD Burner 1.7.11

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-2018-25301 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/44565
exploit
https://downloads.tomsguide.com/MPEG-Easy-Burner,0301-104...
product
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/easy-mpeg-to-dvd-bur...
third-party-advisory

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

Marwan Shamel
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