CVE-2021-40212

An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability in PotPlayer 1.7.21523 build 210729 may lead to code execution, information disclosure, and denial of service

published June 15, 2022

CVSS
โ€”
EPSS
2%
Percentile
81.3
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

๐Ÿšจ An out-of-bounds write vulnerability in PotPlayer can let attackers execute code, like sneaking a surprise item into your order! Think of it as an overzealous chef adding an unexpected ingredient to a dish without checking the recipe โ€” it could lead to a disastrous meal! This flaw allows a rogue request to overwrite memory, opening doors to unwanted surprises in your system. If exploited, an attacker could run their own code, potentially leading to information leaks or even a full denial of service. That's like giving someone control of your kitchen, where they can ruin the meal or serve something harmful!

Put simply

Think of it as an overzealous chef adding an unexpected ingredient to a dish without checking the recipe โ€” it could lead to a disastrous meal! This flaw allows a rogue request to overwrite memory, opening doors to unwanted surprises in your system. This out-of-bounds write vulnerability in PotPlayer allows malicious inputs to manipulate memory improperly, which can lead to unauthorized code execution or crashing the application.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could run their own code, potentially leading to information leaks or even a full denial of service. That's like giving someone control of your kitchen, where they can ruin the meal or serve something harmful! To safeguard against this vulnerability, ensure you're running the latest version of PotPlayer โ€” check for updates regularly! Additionally, consider implementing strict input validation to prevent unexpected data from being processed. You've got this! By taking these actions, you can protect your system from unwanted surprises. ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02072 ยท 81.3th percentile
Published
2022-06-15T10:13Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JUN 10:13Z
    An exploitable out-of-bounds write vulnerability in PotPlayer 1.7.21523 build 210729 may lead to code execution, information disclosure, and denial of service
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