CVE-2021-25803: Integer Overflow
First published: Mon Jul 26 2021(Updated: )
A buffer overflow vulnerability in the vlc_input_attachment_New component of VideoLAN VLC Media Player 3.0.11 allows attackers to cause an out-of-bounds read via a crafted .avi file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan Vlc Media Player | =3.0.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-25803?
CVE-2021-25803 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the vlc_input_attachment_New component of VideoLAN VLC Media Player 3.0.11.
How does CVE-2021-25803 affect VideoLAN VLC Media Player?
CVE-2021-25803 allows attackers to cause an out-of-bounds read in VLC Media Player 3.0.11 via a crafted .avi file.
What is the severity of CVE-2021-25803?
The severity of CVE-2021-25803 is high with a CVSS score of 7.1.
How can I fix CVE-2021-25803 in VideoLAN VLC Media Player?
To fix CVE-2021-25803, update to the latest version of VideoLAN VLC Media Player.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2021-25803?
More information about CVE-2021-25803 can be found at the following link: https://code.videolan.org/videolan/vlc-3.0/-/commit/56cbe9c4b59edbdc5e1bb2687992f3bbf492eccb.
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/videolan
- canonical/videolan vlc media player
- version/videolan vlc media player/3.0.11