VideoLAN VLC media player 2.2.x is prone to a use after free vulnerability which an attacker can leverage to execute arbitrary code via crafted MKV files. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in denial of service conditions.
References
Link | Resource |
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http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2018/Jul/28 | Exploit Mailing List Third Party Advisory |
https://www.debian.org/security/2018/dsa-4251 | Third Party Advisory |
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1041311 | Third Party Advisory VDB Entry |
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45626/ | Exploit Third Party Advisory VDB Entry |
Information
Published : 2018-07-11 09:29
Updated : 2019-03-21 13:10
NVD link : CVE-2018-11529
Mitre link : CVE-2018-11529
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CWE
CWE-416
Use After Free
Products Affected
debian
- debian_linux
videolan
- vlc_media_player