Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the DecodeAdpcmImaQT function in modules/codec/adpcm.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.2.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted QuickTime IMA file.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Debian | Debian Linux | 8.0 |
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | <= 2.2.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00045.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3598
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90924
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036009
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1601.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-39
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2016-06/msg00045.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2016/dsa-3598
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/90924
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1036009
- http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1601.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-39
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-5108?
CVE-2016-5108 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). Buffer overflow in the DecodeAdpcmImaQT function in modules/codec/adpcm.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.2.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arb...
How severe is CVE-2016-5108?
CVE-2016-5108 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-5108?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Debian Debian Linux, Videolan Vlc Media Player.