CVE-2006-0579: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-0579: Multiple integer overflows in (1) the new_demux_packet function in demuxer.h and (2) the demux_asf_read_pac...

Multiple integer overflows in (1) the new_demux_packet function in demuxer.h and (2) the demux_asf_read_packet function in demux_asf.c in MPlayer 1.0pre7try2 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an ASF file with a large packet length value. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; portions of the details are obtained from third party information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 16:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a flaw in older MPlayer versions where a malicious ASF media file could cause code execution. The business risk is highest where users or automated systems open untrusted media. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, confirmed exploit activity, or full provenance for all details. Exposure is likely on endpoints or servers running MPlayer 1.0pre7try2 or earlier that process ASF files. Automated media workflows, user-uploaded media processing, and workstations receiving untrusted files are the main concerns. The bundle lists affected vendor and product fields as n/a, so inventory must rely on version checks. Prioritize remediation where MPlayer processes untrusted media or user uploads. For isolated legacy desktops with trusted-only media, handle through standard patch management. The absence of confirmed exploitation lowers emergency pressure, but arbitrary code execution keeps this above routine informational risk. Mitigation focus: Check vendor advisories for fixed MPlayer packages and upgrade guidance.; Replace or retire MPlayer 1.0pre7try2 and earlier where found.; Block untrusted ASF handling in automated workflows until patched..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 14:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.

Potential ATT&CK relevance

Conservative CVE-to-ATT&CK context

These mappings and lookup hints may be relevant to the vulnerability behavior, CWE, affected product, or exposure path. Glexia-inferred context is not an official MITRE, ATT&CK, CWE, or CVE Program mapping.

ATT&CK lookup starting points

Use these exact CWE pages and searches to review the Glexia ATT&CK library from this CVE's weakness and description context.

description · low confidence lookup

Execution behavior lookup

The CVE wording references code or command execution, so execution technique review may help defensive triage. This is a Glexia inferred lookup path, not an official MITRE, ATT&CK, or CVE Program mapping.

Open ATT&CK lookup

cve · low confidence lookup

CVE-2006-0579 mapping review

Open the CVE-to-ATT&CK bridge for reviewed, inferred, or future official mappings tied to this CVE.

Open ATT&CK lookup

Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 8, 2006, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Official CVE source material

CNA and ADP enrichment extracted from CVE v5

These fields come from the CVE record and ADP containers, not from Glexia's Take. They preserve time-varying source decisions such as CISA SSVC, KEV status, CVSS metrics, and provider references.

0CVSS vectors

0Timeline events

0ADP providers

2Source links

CVSS and timeline data

No CVSS vectors or timeline events were available in the normalized CVE source material.

Source materials

CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
mplayer-asf-integer-overflow(24531)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

Affected products

Products and packages named in the record

VendorProductVersion / packageStatus

n/an/an/aListed

Weakness

CWE details

No CWE listed

CWE links open Glexia weakness intelligence pages with official CWE context, developer remediation guidance, and related CVE mappings.