BS.Player.BSL.Buffer.Overflow

Release DateJun 23, 2009
SeverityCritical
ImpactSystem Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
DescriptionThis indicates an attack attempt against a buffer-overflow vulnerability in BS Player.

The vulnerability is caused by an error when the vulnerable software handles a malicious .bsl playlist. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via sending a crafted .bsl file.
Affected ProductsBS.Player (bsplayer) 2.32 Build 975 Free and 2.34 Build 980 PRO and earlier
Recommended ActionsUpgrade to the latest version 2.36 Build 990.
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)http://cve.mitre.org/cgi-bin/cvename.cgi?name=2009-1068
Reference/shttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34190 (BugTraq)
Reference: VID-17474