CVE-2010-20123
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Publication date: 2025-08-21

Last updated on: 2025-08-22

Assigner: VulnCheck

Description
Steinberg MyMP3Player version 3.0 (build 3.0.0.67) is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow when parsing .m3u playlist files. The application fails to properly validate the length of input data within the playlist, allowing a specially crafted file to overwrite critical memory structures and execute arbitrary code. This vulnerability can be exploited locally by convincing a user to open a malicious .m3u file.
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Published
2025-08-21
Last Modified
2025-08-22
Generated
2026-06-16
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2025-08-21
EPSS Evaluated
2026-06-14
NVD
CVE-2010-20123
EUVD
EUVD-2010-5324
Affected Vendors & Products
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steinberg mymp3player *
steinberg mymp3player 3.0
steinberg mymp3player 3.0.0.67
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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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Executive Summary

Steinberg MyMP3Player version 3.0 is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow when it processes .m3u playlist files. The application does not properly check the length of the input data in the playlist, which allows a specially crafted .m3u file to overwrite important memory areas and potentially execute arbitrary code. This means an attacker can create a malicious playlist file that, when opened by a user, can compromise the system.

Impact Analysis

This vulnerability can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on your system by tricking you into opening a malicious .m3u playlist file. This could lead to unauthorized actions such as installing malware, stealing data, or taking control of your computer.

Mitigation Strategies

To mitigate this vulnerability, avoid opening untrusted or suspicious .m3u playlist files in Steinberg MyMP3Player version 3.0. Ensure users are aware of the risk and do not open files from unknown sources. Consider updating the software if a patch is released by the vendor. If no patch is available, restrict usage of the vulnerable application or use alternative software until the issue is resolved.

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