CVE-2012-4057

Buffer overflow in the Player in Remote-Anything 5.60.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted flm file

published July 25, 2012

CVSS
—
EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A clever flm file can turn your Remote-Anything Player into a playground for attackers! Think of it like a mischievous guest who sneaks in at a party, swapping out a carefully prepared cake with a booby-trapped one—the unsuspecting host doesn't know anything's wrong until it's too late! With this buffer overflow vulnerability, a remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on your system simply by sending a crafted file. This means they could gain control of your device, steal data, or wreak havoc—all without any physical access. It's like rolling out the red carpet for intruders!

Put simply

Think of it like a mischievous guest who sneaks in at a party, swapping out a carefully prepared cake with a booby-trapped one—the unsuspecting host doesn't know anything's wrong until it's too late! The buffer overflow in Remote-Anything 5.60.15 exists because the Player fails to properly validate the size of the incoming flm files, allowing attackers to exploit this oversight and run malicious code remotely.

What to do

With this buffer overflow vulnerability, a remote attacker can execute arbitrary code on your system simply by sending a crafted file. This means they could gain control of your device, steal data, or wreak havoc—all without any physical access. It's like rolling out the red carpet for intruders! To protect yourself, first, ensure you're using the latest version of Remote-Anything—update if necessary. Additionally, consider implementing strict file validation checks for incoming files to prevent this kind of exploit. Regularly review your security protocols to strengthen your defenses! You've got this! By following these steps, you can lock down your system and keep the intruders at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.06314 · 93.6th percentile
Published
2012-07-25T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 25 JUL 21:00Z
    Buffer overflow in the Player in Remote-Anything 5.60.15 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted flm file
    cvelistv5