CVE-2018-5200 : What You Need to Know
Learn about CVE-2018-5200, a high severity vulnerability in KMPlayer versions 4.2.2.15 and earlier, allowing remote code execution. Find out how to mitigate this issue and protect your system.
A vulnerability in KMPlayer versions 4.2.2.15 and earlier has been identified, allowing for remote code execution through a heap-based buffer overflow.
Understanding CVE-2018-5200
What is CVE-2018-5200?
CVE-2018-5200 is a vulnerability in KMPlayer versions 4.2.2.15 and earlier that enables remote code execution due to a heap-based buffer overflow.
The Impact of CVE-2018-5200
The vulnerability has a CVSS base score of 8.0, indicating a high severity issue with significant impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-5200
Vulnerability Description
The vulnerability arises from a heap-based buffer overflow in KMPlayer versions 4.2.2.15 and earlier, triggered by a specially crafted FLV format file.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Affected Platforms: x86, x64
- Affected Product: KMPlayer
- Vendor: Pandora.tv
- Vulnerable Version: <= 4.2.2.15
Exploitation Mechanism
The issue occurs when more frame data is copied to heap memory than specified in the frame header, leading to memory corruption and enabling remote code execution.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Update KMPlayer to version 4.2.2.16 or later to mitigate the vulnerability.
- Avoid opening FLV files from untrusted sources.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and apply security patches promptly.
- Implement network security measures to prevent unauthorized access.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that KMPlayer is regularly updated to the latest version to address security vulnerabilities.