Vulnerability Description
requests/status.xml in VLC 0.9.8a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and crash) via a long input argument in an in_play action.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | 0.9.8a |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=262708
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/03/17/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34126Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49249
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8213
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=262708
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2009/03/17/4
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34126Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/49249
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/8213
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1045?
CVE-2009-1045 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). requests/status.xml in VLC 0.9.8a allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (stack consumption and crash) via a long input argument in an in_play action.
How severe is CVE-2009-1045?
CVE-2009-1045 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1045?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Videolan Vlc Media Player.