CVE-2008-4686: Integer Overflow
First published: Wed Oct 22 2008(Updated: )
Multiple integer overflows in ty.c in the TY demux plugin (aka the TiVo demuxer) in VideoLAN VLC media player, probably 0.9.4, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted .ty file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-4654.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =0.9.0 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =0.9.4 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =0.9.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =0.9.2 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =0.9.3 | |
| VLC media player | =0.9.0 | |
| VLC media player | =0.9.1 | |
| VLC media player | =0.9.2 | |
| VLC media player | =0.9.3 | |
| VLC media player | =0.9.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git%3Ba=commitdiff%3Bh=d859e6b9537af2d7326276f70de25a840f554dc3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/19/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/22/6
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31867
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14630
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git;a=commitdiff;h=d859e6b9537af2d7326276f70de25a840f554dc3
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4686?
CVE-2008-4686 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4686?
To fix CVE-2008-4686, update to VLC media player version 0.9.5 or later where the vulnerability has been addressed.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-4686?
VLC media player versions 0.9.0, 0.9.1, 0.9.2, 0.9.3, and 0.9.4 are affected by CVE-2008-4686.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-4686?
CVE-2008-4686 can be exploited by remote attackers through the use of a crafted .ty file.
Does CVE-2008-4686 affect all platforms running VLC?
Yes, CVE-2008-4686 affects all platforms that run the vulnerable versions of VLC media player.
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