CVE-2011-2587: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Jul 27 2011(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in the DemuxAudioSipr function in real.c in the RealMedia demuxer in VideoLAN VLC media player 1.1.x before 1.1.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted Real Media file.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.0 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.2 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.3 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.4 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.4.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.5 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.6 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.6.1 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.7 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.8 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.9 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.10 | |
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =1.1.10.1 | |
| 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 | =1.1.4.1 | |
| 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 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.9 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.10 | |
| VLC media player | =1.1.10.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git;a=commit;h=1bce40644cddee93b4b1877a94a6ce345f32852c
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1105.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/45066
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/48664
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/68531
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14851
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=1bce40644cddee93b4b1877a94a6ce345f32852c
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2011-2587?
CVE-2011-2587 has a high severity rating as it allows remote attackers to potentially execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2011-2587?
To fix CVE-2011-2587, upgrade VLC media player to version 1.1.11 or later.
What versions of VLC are affected by CVE-2011-2587?
Vulnerable versions include VLC media player 1.1.0 to 1.1.10.
What is the impact of CVE-2011-2587?
The impact of CVE-2011-2587 includes application crashes and the possibility of arbitrary code execution.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2011-2587?
The best workaround for CVE-2011-2587 is to avoid opening untrusted Real Media files until VLC is updated.
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