CVE-2008-7079: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-7079: Buffer overflow in Nero ShowTime 5.0.15.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and...

Buffer overflow in Nero ShowTime 5.0.15.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long entry in a .M3U playlist file. NOTE: this issue might be related to CVE-2008-0619.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 11:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-7079 is an old vulnerability in Nero ShowTime 5.0.15.0 triggered by a malicious or malformed .M3U playlist. Opening the file can crash the media player and may allow code execution. Business risk mainly exists where legacy desktop software remains installed and users can open untrusted playlist files. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints still running Nero ShowTime 5.0.15.0 or related vulnerable builds, especially if .M3U files are associated with that player or received from email, web downloads, or shared folders. Treat this as a legacy software hygiene issue unless Nero ShowTime is present in the environment. If found, prioritize removal or upgrade because the vulnerability has public exploit references and possible code execution impact. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Nero ShowTime 5.0.15.0 or related legacy Nero installations.; Check Nero or vendor guidance for fixed versions or removal recommendations.; Remove or replace unsupported Nero ShowTime installations where business need is absent..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 25, 2009, 10:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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nero-showtime-m3u-bo(46811)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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