CVE-2017-8313
UnknownEPSS 1.48%
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CVE-2017-8313 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap out-of-bound read in ParseJSS in VideoLAN VLC before 2.2.5 due to missing check of string termination allows attackers to read data beyond allocated memory and potentially crash the process via a crafted subtitles file.. EPSS estimates a 1.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap out-of-bound read in ParseJSS in VideoLAN VLC before 2.2.5 due to missing check of string termination allows attackers to read data beyond allocated memory and potentially crash the process via a crafted subtitles file.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | <= 2.2.4 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-8313?
Heap out-of-bound read in ParseJSS in VideoLAN VLC before 2.2.5 due to missing check of string termination allows attackers to read data beyond allocated memory and potentially crash the process via a crafted subtitles file.
How severe is CVE-2017-8313?
Severity scoring for CVE-2017-8313 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-8313?
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