CVE-2008-1768: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Apr 24 2008(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in VLC before 0.8.6f allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via the (1) MP4 demuxer, (2) Real demuxer, and (3) Cinepak codec, which triggers a buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.92 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.5 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.80 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.4 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.7.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.71 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.6 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.61 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.3.1 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99c | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.4 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.81 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.6b | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.2 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.5.3 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.6.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.6c | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.7.1 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99a | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99h | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.5 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.6.1 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99g | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99i | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.6.2 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.5.2 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.1 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.6 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99d | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.1337 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.1 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.62 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.6d | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.3_ac3 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.70 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.60 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.63 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.90 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.5.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99f | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.6e | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.5.1 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.4.3 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.7.2 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.91 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99e | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.50 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.1.99b | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.2 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.4a | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.72 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.3.0 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.82 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.73 | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.8.6a | |
| VLC for Mobile | =0.2.83 |
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Reference Links
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200804-25.xml
- http://www.videolan.org/developers/vlc/NEWS
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa0803.php
- http://wiki.videolan.org/Changelog/0.8.6f
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28903
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29800
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29503
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0985
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14412
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1768?
CVE-2008-1768 is classified as a vulnerability that allowed remote attackers to cause a denial of service through integer overflows in VLC.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1768?
To fix CVE-2008-1768, users should upgrade to VLC version 0.8.6f or later, which addresses the integer overflow vulnerabilities.
Which versions of VLC are affected by CVE-2008-1768?
CVE-2008-1768 affects multiple versions of VLC including 0.2.0 through 0.8.6e.
What types of codecs are involved in the CVE-2008-1768 vulnerability?
The CVE-2008-1768 vulnerability involves the MP4 demuxer, Real demuxer, and Cinepak codec.
Can CVE-2008-1768 lead to a crash of VLC?
Yes, CVE-2008-1768 can result in VLC crashing due to buffer overflow caused by integer overflows.
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