CVE-2019-5460: Double Free

Published Jul 30, 2019
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Updated

Double Free in VLC versions <= 3.0.6 leads to a crash.

Affected Software

5 affected components
Videolan VLC Media Player<=3.0.6
openSUSE Backports=sle-15
openSUSE Backports=sle-15-sp1
openSUSE Leap=15.0
openSUSE Leap=15.1

Event History

Jul 30, 2019
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:38 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2019-5460?

CVE-2019-5460 is a vulnerability in VLC media player versions <= 3.0.6 that leads to a crash due to a double free.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2019-5460?

The severity of CVE-2019-5460 is medium with a CVSS score of 5.5.

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2019-5460?

VLC media player versions up to and including 3.0.6 are affected by CVE-2019-5460.

4

How can I fix CVE-2019-5460?

To fix CVE-2019-5460, update your VLC media player to a version higher than 3.0.6.

5

Is there any additional information available about CVE-2019-5460?

Yes, you can find additional information about CVE-2019-5460 in the references provided.

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