CVE-2009-2363 in AudioPLUS
Summary
by MITRE
Stack-based buffer overflow in KUDRSOFT AudioPLUS 2.00.215 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .pls playlist file with a playlist entry containing a long File1 argument.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/02/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2009-2363 represents a critical stack-based buffer overflow flaw in KUDRSOFT AudioPLUS version 2.00.215. This security weakness resides within the media player's handling of .pls playlist files, specifically when processing the File1 argument within playlist entries. The flaw stems from inadequate input validation and bounds checking mechanisms that fail to properly constrain the length of user-supplied data before copying it into fixed-size stack buffers. Such buffer overflow conditions create exploitable memory corruption scenarios where maliciously crafted input can overwrite adjacent memory locations including return addresses and control data structures.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates a classic stack-based buffer overflow pattern where the application processes playlist entries without enforcing length restrictions on the File1 parameter. When a remote attacker crafts a malicious .pls file containing an excessively long File1 argument, the application's parsing routine fails to validate the input length before performing memory copy operations. This allows the attacker to overwrite the stack frame of the executing process, potentially corrupting the return address and other critical stack data. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it can be triggered through remote delivery mechanisms such as web downloads, email attachments, or malicious websites that serve the crafted playlist files.
From an operational impact perspective, this vulnerability creates significant risk for end users who may unknowingly download and execute malicious playlist files from untrusted sources. The remote exploitation capability means that attackers can leverage this flaw without requiring physical access to the target system, making it particularly attractive for widespread attacks. Successful exploitation could result in complete system compromise, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the affected user. The vulnerability affects systems running the specific version of KUDRSOFT AudioPLUS, making it a targeted threat for users who have not updated to patched versions of the software.
Security professionals should consider this vulnerability in relation to CWE-121, which specifically addresses stack-based buffer overflow conditions, and the ATT&CK framework's T1203 technique for legitimate credentials and T1059 for command and scripting interpreter. Mitigation strategies include immediate deployment of vendor patches and updates, implementing network-based restrictions on playlist file types, and employing application whitelisting controls to prevent execution of untrusted media files. Additionally, users should be educated about the risks of downloading and executing playlist files from untrusted sources, and network administrators should monitor for suspicious file downloads and implement proper input validation at network boundaries. The vulnerability highlights the importance of proper input validation and bounds checking in multimedia applications, particularly those that process user-supplied content through file parsing mechanisms that must handle untrusted data inputs.