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Short Name |
HTTP:STC:DL:VIDEOLAN-VLC-PNG-CE |
|---|---|
Severity |
Major |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
VideoLAN VLC Media Player PNG Remote Code Execution |
Release Date |
2012/10/30 |
Update Number |
2198 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: VideoLAN VLC Media Player PNG Remote Code Execution
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in the VideoLAN VLC Media Player. A successful attack can lead to arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the server.
Extended Description
Per http://www.videolan.org/security/sa1203.html When parsing an invalid PNG image file, a buffer overflow might occur.
Affected Products
- Videolan vlc_media_player 2.0.3
References
- BugTraq: 55850
- CVE: CVE-2012-5470