CVE-2014-6440
UnknownEPSS 4.98%
Last modified
CVE-2014-6440 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.. EPSS estimates a 4.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc | <= 2.1.4 |
References
- http://billblough.net/blog/2015/03/04/cve-2014-6440-heap-overflow-in-vlc-transcode-module/Exploit, Patch, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2015/q1/751Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72950Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.videolan.org/developers/vlc-branch/NEWSRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201603-08Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://billblough.net/blog/2015/03/04/cve-2014-6440-heap-overflow-in-vlc-transcode-module/Exploit, Patch, Technical Description, Third Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2015/q1/751Patch, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72950Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.videolan.org/developers/vlc-branch/NEWSRelease Notes, Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201603-08Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2014-6440?
VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2014-6440?
Severity scoring for CVE-2014-6440 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6440?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2014-6440?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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