MJM Core Player (likely now referred to as MJM Player) 2011 is vulnerable to a stack-based buffer overflow when parsing specially crafted .s3m music files. The vulnerability arises from improper bounds checking in the file parser, allowing an attacker to overwrite memory on the stack and execute arbitrary code. Exploitation is triggered when a user opens a malicious .s3m file, bypassing DEP and ASLR protections using a ROP chain.
Details
| Severity | Base Score | CVE |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH | 8.4 | CVE-2011-10024 |
Exploitation
To exploit this vulnerability, an attacker must craft a malicious .s3m file and convince a user to open it with MJM Core Player. Once opened, the crafted file can trigger the buffer overflow, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the victim’s machine, potentially leading to full system compromise.
Affected Products
- MJM Core Player 2011: A multimedia player that is susceptible to stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities when handling .s3m files.
Mitigation
To mitigate this vulnerability, users should avoid opening .s3m files from untrusted sources and consider using alternative media players that do not have this vulnerability. Additionally, keeping software updated and applying security patches can help protect against exploitation.