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Family: Mandrake Local Security Checks --> Category: infos

MDKSA-2005:009: mpg123 Vulnerability Scan


Vulnerability Scan Summary
Check for the version of the mpg123 package

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test

The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2005:009 (mpg123).



A vulnerability in mpg123's ability to parse frame headers in input streams
could allow a malicious file to exploit a buffer overflow and execute arbitray
code with the permissions of the user running mpg123.

The updated packages have been patched to prevent these problems.



Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2005:009
Threat Level: High

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