CVE-2015-8271

The AMF3CD_AddProp function in amf.c in RTMPDump 2.4 allows remote RTMP Media servers to execute arbitrary code

published April 13, 2017

CVSS
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EPSS
6%
Percentile
93.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A remote media server can execute arbitrary code with just the right call! RTMPDump 2.4 has a sneaky flaw in the AMF3CD_AddProp function, and it’s ready for mischief. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that accepts any order without verifying if the kitchen can make it — a recipe for disaster! If a rogue server sends a crafted request, it can cook up anything it desires, including harmful code. An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to run malicious code on your server, potentially compromising data, altering configurations, or even taking complete control of your system. It’s a surprisingly sneaky way to bypass security measures, and not catching it could lead to chaos.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that accepts any order without verifying if the kitchen can make it — a recipe for disaster! If a rogue server sends a crafted request, it can cook up anything it desires, including harmful code. The flaw in RTMPDump's handling of AMF3CD_AddProp allows an attacker to inject arbitrary code via specially crafted RTMP commands, manipulating how the server processes requests.

What to do

An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to run malicious code on your server, potentially compromising data, altering configurations, or even taking complete control of your system. It’s a surprisingly sneaky way to bypass security measures, and not catching it could lead to chaos. To protect yourself, upgrade RTMPDump to the latest version, ensuring any patches are applied. Regularly audit your server configurations and monitor for any suspicious activity on your network. You've got this! Stay vigilant and proactive, and you'll keep those cyber baddies at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.05923 · 93.2th percentile
Published
2017-04-13T14:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 APR 14:00Z
    The AMF3CD_AddProp function in amf.c in RTMPDump 2.4 allows remote RTMP Media servers to execute arbitrary code
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