Vulnerability Description
VideoLAN VLC for Android prior to version 3.7.0 contains an authentication bypass in the Remote Access Server feature due to missing or insufficient rate limiting on one-time password (OTP) verification. The Remote Access Server uses a 4-digit OTP and does not enforce effective throttling or lockout within the OTP validity window, allowing an attacker with network reachability to the server to repeatedly attempt OTP verification until a valid user_session cookie is issued. Successful exploitation results in unauthorized access to the Remote Access interface, limited to media files explicitly shared by the VLC for Android user.
CVSS Score
LOW
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://https://github.com/videolan/vlc-android/releases/tag/3.7.0
- https://www.videolan.org/vlc/download-android.html
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/vlc-for-android-remote-access-otp-authentic
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-26227?
CVE-2026-26227 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 3.7 (LOW). VideoLAN VLC for Android prior to version 3.7.0 contains an authentication bypass in the Remote Access Server feature due to missing or insufficient rate limiting on one-time password (OTP) verificati...
How severe is CVE-2026-26227?
CVE-2026-26227 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 3.7/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-26227?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.