CVE-2008-1973

Name: CVE-2008-1973
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-04-27T18:05:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.76%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-1973 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in SubEdit Player build 4056 and 4066 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long subtitle file.. EPSS estimates a 5.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in SubEdit Player build 4056 and 4066 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long subtitle file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.76%

92.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Artur Sikora	Subedit Player	4056
Artur Sikora	Subedit Player	4066

References

Timeline

Published: Apr 27, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1973?

Heap-based buffer overflow in SubEdit Player build 4056 and 4066 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or execute arbitrary code via a long subtitle file.

How severe is CVE-2008-1973?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1973 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1973?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2008-1973?

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Source: NVD / NIST