Vulnerability Description
The parse_track_node function in modules/demux/playlist/xspf.c in the XSPF playlist parser in VideoLAN VLC media player before 1.0.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via an empty location element in an XML Shareable Playlist Format (XSPF) document.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | <= 1.0.5 |
References
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc/vlc-1.1.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=8902488ba529c0cf4c903a
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2010/04/28/4
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc/vlc-1.1.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=8902488ba529c0cf4c903a
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2010/04/28/4
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1003.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1443?
CVE-2010-1443 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). The parse_track_node function in modules/demux/playlist/xspf.c in the XSPF playlist parser in VideoLAN VLC media player before 1.0.6 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer ...
How severe is CVE-2010-1443?
CVE-2010-1443 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-2010-1443?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Videolan Vlc Media Player.