Format string vulnerability in the httpd_FileCallBack function (network/httpd.c) in VideoLAN VLC 0.8.6d allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the Connection parameter.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 7.8
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | — | Upgrade vlc | Jul 30, 2024 | Jan 17, 2008 |
| Gentoo Linux | — | Upgrade media-video/vlc. | Oct 30, 2017 | Jan 16, 2008 |
| Ubuntu | — | Upgrade vlc | Nov 19, 2024 | Jan 17, 2008 |
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