CVE-2014-9743: XSS
First published: Mon Aug 17 2015(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the httpd_HtmlError function in network/httpd.c in the web interface in VideoLAN VLC Media Player before 2.2.0 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the path info.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| VideoLAN VLC media player | <=2.1.6 |
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Reference Links
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git;a=commit;h=fe5063ec5ad1873039ea719eb1f137c8f3bda84b
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Mar/324
- http://www.quantumleap.it/vlc-reflected-xss-vulnerability/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/66307
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=fe5063ec5ad1873039ea719eb1f137c8f3bda84b
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-9743?
CVE-2014-9743 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the possibility of cross-site scripting (XSS) exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2014-9743?
To remediate CVE-2014-9743, update VLC Media Player to version 2.2.0 or later where the vulnerability has been patched.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-9743?
CVE-2014-9743 is a cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability found in the web interface of VLC Media Player.
Which versions of VLC Media Player are affected by CVE-2014-9743?
CVE-2014-9743 affects VLC Media Player versions prior to 2.2.0, specifically up to version 2.1.6.
Can CVE-2014-9743 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-9743 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary web scripts or HTML through the affected web interface.
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