CVE-2014-9625
High
Description
The GetUpdateFile function in misc/update.c in the Updater in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.6 performs an incorrect cast operation from a 64-bit integer to a 32-bit integer, which allows remote attackers to conduct buffer overflow attacks and execute arbitrary code via a crafted update status file, aka an "integer truncation" vulnerability.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.8
Exploit probability—
ProductVideolan Vlc Media Player
PublishedJan 24, 2020
First seenJan 24, 2020
How to fix
Update
- videolan vlc_media_player2.1.6 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| videolan vlc_media_player | v < 2.1.6 | 2.1.6 |
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