Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:DL:MS-MPEG-LAYER-3-DOS |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft MPEG Layer-3 Audio Decoder Divide-By-Zero Denial of Service |
Release Date |
2014/03/20 |
Update Number |
2355 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Microsoft MPEG Layer-3 Audio Decoder Divide-By-Zero Denial of Service
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the Microsoft MPEG Layer-3 Audio Decoder. A successful attack can result in a denial-of-service condition.
Extended Description
Microsoft MPEG Layer-3 Audio Decoder is prone to a denial-of-service vulnerability when handling malformed '.avi' files. Successfully exploiting this issue allows remote attackers to deny service to legitimate users.
Affected Products
- Microsoft Windows XP Home SP2
- Microsoft Windows XP Home SP3
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
- Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP3
References
- BugTraq: 43465