CVE-2012-5470: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Oct 26 2012(Updated: )
libpng_plugin in VideoLAN VLC media player 2.0.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted PNG file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VideoLAN VLC media player | =2.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5470?
CVE-2012-5470 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its ability to cause denial of service by crashing the application.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5470?
To fix CVE-2012-5470, upgrade to a patched version of VLC media player that addresses this vulnerability.
What are the impacts of CVE-2012-5470?
The impact of CVE-2012-5470 is that attackers can exploit this vulnerability to crash VLC media player through maliciously crafted PNG files.
Which versions of VLC media player are affected by CVE-2012-5470?
CVE-2012-5470 affects VideoLAN VLC media player version 2.0.3.
Is CVE-2012-5470 a remote code execution vulnerability?
No, CVE-2012-5470 does not allow for remote code execution but can lead to denial of service.
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