CVE-2005-1168 in Jukebox
Summary
by MITRE
DiagCollectionControl.dll in Musicmatch 10.00.2047 and earlier allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via the bstrSavePath argument.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 06/19/2019
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2005-1168 resides within the DiagCollectionControl.dll component of Musicmatch version 10.00.2047 and earlier, representing a critical file overwriting flaw that enables remote attackers to manipulate system files through crafted input parameters. This vulnerability specifically targets the bstrSavePath argument within the diagnostic collection functionality, which is designed to handle file paths for saving diagnostic information but fails to properly validate or sanitize user-supplied input. The flaw stems from insufficient input validation mechanisms that allow attackers to specify arbitrary file paths, potentially leading to overwrite operations on critical system files or sensitive data locations.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability occurs through the manipulation of the bstrSavePath parameter which is processed by the DiagCollectionControl.dll module. When an attacker crafts malicious input containing specially formatted file paths, the vulnerable component fails to implement proper path validation checks, allowing the system to interpret and execute overwrite operations on files specified by the attacker. This represents a classic path traversal vulnerability that can be exploited to overwrite files in the application's installation directory or other accessible locations. The vulnerability is particularly concerning as it operates within the context of a media player application, which often runs with elevated privileges and has access to user data and system resources.
The operational impact of CVE-2005-1168 extends beyond simple file overwrites to encompass potential system compromise and data integrity violations. Attackers could leverage this vulnerability to overwrite critical application files, system executables, or configuration files, potentially leading to application instability, denial of service conditions, or even privilege escalation scenarios. The remote nature of the attack means that exploitation can occur without physical access to the target system, making it particularly dangerous in networked environments where Musicmatch applications may be exposed to untrusted input sources. This vulnerability aligns with CWE-22, which describes path traversal flaws, and represents a significant risk to system availability and integrity.
Mitigation strategies for this vulnerability should focus on immediate patching of affected Musicmatch installations to version 10.00.2048 or later, which contains the necessary input validation fixes. Organizations should also implement network segmentation and access controls to limit exposure of vulnerable systems to untrusted networks. Additional protective measures include monitoring for suspicious file operations and implementing application whitelisting policies to prevent unauthorized file modifications. The vulnerability demonstrates the importance of input validation and proper path handling in software development, particularly for components that process user-supplied data. From an ATT&CK framework perspective, this vulnerability could be categorized under T1059 for command and scripting interpreter usage and T1486 for data encryption for ransomware, as it enables attackers to manipulate system files that could be used for further compromise. System administrators should also consider implementing file integrity monitoring solutions to detect unauthorized modifications to critical system files that may result from exploitation of this vulnerability.