Vulnerability Description
Array index error in VLC media player 0.9.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary memory and execute arbitrary code via an XSPF playlist file with a negative identifier tag, which passes a signed comparison.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | 0.9.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32267Vendor Advisory
- http://www.coresecurity.com/content/vlc-xspf-memory-corruptionExploit
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6756
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497354/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31758
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2826
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45869
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32267Vendor Advisory
- http://www.coresecurity.com/content/vlc-xspf-memory-corruptionExploit
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6756
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497354/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31758
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2826
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45869
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4558?
CVE-2008-4558 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Array index error in VLC media player 0.9.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary memory and execute arbitrary code via an XSPF playlist file with a negative identifier tag, which passes a si...
How severe is CVE-2008-4558?
CVE-2008-4558 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4558?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Videolan Vlc Media Player.