CVE-2016-3941
UnknownEPSS 1.28%
Last modified
CVE-2016-3941 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the AStreamPeekStream function in input/stream.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.2.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted wav file, related to "seek across EOF.". EPSS estimates a 1.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the AStreamPeekStream function in input/stream.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.2.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted wav file, related to "seek across EOF."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | <= 2.1.6 |
| Canonical | Ubuntu Linux | 14.04 |
References
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/vlc/+bug/1533633Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+source/vlc/+bug/1533633Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2016-3941?
Buffer overflow in the AStreamPeekStream function in input/stream.c in VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.2.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted wav file, related to "seek across EOF."
How severe is CVE-2016-3941?
Severity scoring for CVE-2016-3941 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2016-3941?
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-2016-3941?
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