Vulnerability Description
The rtp_packetize_xiph_config function in modules/stream_out/rtpfmt.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.6 uses a stack-allocation approach with a size determined by arbitrary input data, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted length value.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | < 2.1.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/01/20/5Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/videolan/vlc/commit/204291467724867b79735c0ee3aeb0dbc2200f97PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.videolan.org/security/sa1501.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/01/20/5Mailing ListPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://github.com/videolan/vlc/commit/204291467724867b79735c0ee3aeb0dbc2200f97PatchThird Party Advisory
- https://www.videolan.org/security/sa1501.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-9630?
CVE-2014-9630 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The rtp_packetize_xiph_config function in modules/stream_out/rtpfmt.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.6 uses a stack-allocation approach with a size determined by arbitrary input data, which a...
How severe is CVE-2014-9630?
CVE-2014-9630 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-9630?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Videolan Vlc Media Player.