CVE-2011-1684: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue May 03 2011(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the MP4_ReadBox_skcr function in libmp4.c in the MP4 demultiplexer in VideoLAN VLC media player 1.x before 1.1.9 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted MP4 file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.3 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.7 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.3 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.4 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.5 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.6.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.2 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.0 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.4 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.0 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.2 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.6 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.8 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.6 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.0.5 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.0 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.1 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.2 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.3 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.4 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.5 | |
| VLC media player | =1.0.6 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.0 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.1 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.2 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.3 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.4 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.5 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.6 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.6.1 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.7 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git;a=commit;h=5637ca8141bf39f263ecdb62035d2cb45c740821
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/11/17
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/13/14
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2011/04/13/17
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43890
- http://secunia.com/advisories/44022
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1025373
- http://www.debian.org/security/2011/dsa-2218
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/47293
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1103.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0916
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2011/0954
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66664
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14741
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=5637ca8141bf39f263ecdb62035d2cb45c740821
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-1684?
CVE-2011-1684 is classified as a critical vulnerability that can lead to denial of service or potential remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2011-1684?
To fix CVE-2011-1684, upgrade your VLC media player to version 1.1.9 or later.
Which versions of VLC media player are affected by CVE-2011-1684?
CVE-2011-1684 affects VLC media player versions from 1.0.0 to 1.1.8.
What type of attack does CVE-2011-1684 enable?
CVE-2011-1684 enables attackers to exploit a heap-based buffer overflow, potentially leading to application crashes or arbitrary code execution.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2011-1684?
Further details about CVE-2011-1684 can be found in security advisories and vulnerability databases specific to VLC.
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