CVE-2006-6261 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in Quintessential Player 4.50.1.82 and earlier versions, affecting Quinnware products. This flaw allows remote attackers to trigger a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code by supplying specially crafted M3u, M3u-8, or PLS playlist files containing overly long values in various fields. With a CVSS score of 9.3, this vulnerability is considered critical due to its network-based attack vector, medium complexity, and complete impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While there is no evidence of active exploitation or Metasploit/Nuclei modules, a Proof-of-Concept exploit is available on ExploitDB, though community discussion and media coverage are minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 4.50.1.82CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:quinnware:quintessential_player:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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