CVE-2009-20003
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-21
Last updated on: 2025-08-22
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| xenorate | xenorate | 2.50 |
| bass | bass | 2.3.0.2 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-121 | A stack-based buffer overflow condition is a condition where the buffer being overwritten is allocated on the stack (i.e., is a local variable or, rarely, a parameter to a function). |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
Xenorate versions up to 2.50 have a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability when processing .xpl playlist files. The application does not properly validate the length of input data, allowing an attacker to create a malicious .xpl file that overwrites the Structured Exception Handler (SEH) and enables arbitrary code execution. Exploitation requires local interaction, usually by convincing a user to open the crafted file.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system with the privileges of the user running Xenorate. This could lead to system compromise, data theft, or further malware installation if a user opens a malicious .xpl file.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid opening .xpl playlist files from untrusted or unknown sources. Ensure users are educated about the risk of opening suspicious files. If possible, update or patch Xenorate to a version later than 2.50 that addresses this issue.