CVE-2002-1812: Buffer overflow in gdam123 0.933 and 0.942 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long filename...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old local buffer overflow in gdam123, an MP3 player, affecting versions 0.933 and 0.942. A local user could trigger memory corruption with an overly long filename parameter and potentially run code on that machine. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix-like systems where gdam123 0.933 or 0.942 remains installed and local users can supply filenames to the program. Low immediate business urgency unless the software is present on multi-user or shared legacy systems. Prioritize inventory and removal because the product is old and no patch guidance is supplied. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for gdam123 0.933 and 0.942.; Remove gdam123 if it is not operationally required.; Replace it with a maintained audio player if removal is feasible..

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Jun 29, 2026, 19:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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