CVE-2008-2430: Integer Overflow
Published Jul 7, 2008
·Updated
Integer overflow in the Open function in modules/demux/wav.c in VLC Media Player 0.8.6h on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large fmt chunk in a WAV file.
Affected Software
2 affected components
Microsoft Windows NT
Videolan VLC Media Player=0.8.6h
Event History
Jul 7, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
11:41 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2430?
CVE-2008-2430 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-2430?
To fix CVE-2008-2430, update VLC Media Player to version 0.8.6i or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2008-2430?
CVE-2008-2430 affects VLC Media Player version 0.8.6h running on Windows.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-2430?
CVE-2008-2430 is an integer overflow vulnerability that allows for remote code execution.
5
Can CVE-2008-2430 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-2430 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted WAV files.