CVE-2009-0175

Heap-based buffer overflow in Heathco Software MP3 TrackMaker 1.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute…

published January 20, 2009

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
92.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Brace yourself for a long string of trouble! An invalid .mp3 file can send Heathco Software MP3 TrackMaker 1.5 crashing down, potentially letting attackers execute code! Think of the app like a music venue that can’t handle an overflowing crowd. If too many fans try to get in at once (like a long string in a file), the whole building could come crashing down, causing chaos. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash the application, disrupting any ongoing music production. In a worst-case scenario, it might even allow them to run arbitrary code, which could open the door to further attacks! 😱

Put simply

Think of the app like a music venue that can’t handle an overflowing crowd. If too many fans try to get in at once (like a long string in a file), the whole building could come crashing down, causing chaos. This vulnerability stems from a heap-based buffer overflow in MP3 TrackMaker, triggered by processing a maliciously crafted .mp3 file. The overflow can lead to denial of service by crashing the application or potentially executing arbitrary code.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to crash the application, disrupting any ongoing music production. In a worst-case scenario, it might even allow them to run arbitrary code, which could open the door to further attacks! 😱 To protect your system, ensure you’re running the latest version of MP3 TrackMaker. Consider implementing file validation checks to block invalid .mp3 files from being processed. Regularly audit your applications for vulnerabilities and keep your software up-to-date! 🛡️ You’ve got this! Follow these steps, and you’ll be back to mixing tracks without a hitch! 🎶✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05554 · 92.8th percentile
Published
2009-01-20T15:26Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 JAN 15:26Z
    Heap-based buffer overflow in Heathco Software MP3 TrackMaker 1.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute…
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