CVE-2018-19937
MEDIUMCVSS 6.6/10EPSS 0.33%
Last modified
CVE-2018-19937 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.6/10 on the CVSS scale. A local, authenticated attacker can bypass the passcode in the VideoLAN VLC media player app before 3.1.5 for iOS by opening a URL and turning the phone.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A local, authenticated attacker can bypass the passcode in the VideoLAN VLC media player app before 3.1.5 for iOS by opening a URL and turning the phone.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:P/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc For Mobile | < 3.1.5 |
References
- https://github.com/videolan/vlc-ios/pull/178/commits/d84d7c0a94eb7fba202d2c5fc3739276d2d3986fPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://itunes.apple.com/ms/app/vlc-for-mobile/id650377962?mt=8Product, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/videolan/vlc-ios/pull/178/commits/d84d7c0a94eb7fba202d2c5fc3739276d2d3986fPatch, Third Party Advisory
- https://itunes.apple.com/ms/app/vlc-for-mobile/id650377962?mt=8Product, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2018-19937?
A local, authenticated attacker can bypass the passcode in the VideoLAN VLC media player app before 3.1.5 for iOS by opening a URL and turning the phone.
How severe is CVE-2018-19937?
CVE-2018-19937 has a CVSS score of 6.6/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2018-19937?
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-2018-19937?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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