Intrusion PreventionVLC.Media.Player.MKV.File.Remote.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attempt to exploit a remote Code Execution vulnerability in VLC Media Player.
The vulnerability is caused by an error when the software handles a specially crafted ".mkv" file. It allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code.
Affected Products
VideoLAN VLC Media Player 1.1.6 and prior.
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Upgrade to the version 1.1.7, available from the Web site.
http://www.videolan.org/
Coverage
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Version Updates
| Date | Version | Status | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-16 | 28.827 |
Modified
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Name:VideoLAN. VLC. Media. Player. MKV. Remote. Code. Execution:VLC. Media. Player. MKV. File. Remote. Code. Execution |
| ID | 27474 |
| Created | Jun 07, 2011 |
| Updated | Jul 15, 2024 |
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| Exploit Prediction Score | 73.25% |
| Default Action | drop |
| Active | |
| Affected OS | Windows, Linux, BSD, Solaris, MacOS |
| Affected App | Other |
| Profile Type | Other |