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CVE-2019-14438

UnknownEPSS 1.82%

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CVE-2019-14438 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A heap-based buffer over-read in xiph_PackHeaders() in modules/demux/xiph.h in VideoLAN VLC media player 3.0.7.1 allows remote attackers to trigger a heap-based buffer over-read via a crafted .ogg file.. EPSS estimates a 1.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

A heap-based buffer over-read in xiph_PackHeaders() in modules/demux/xiph.h in VideoLAN VLC media player 3.0.7.1 allows remote attackers to trigger a heap-based buffer over-read via a crafted .ogg file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.82%

76.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
VideolanVlc Media Player3.0.7.1
DebianDebian Linux9.0
DebianDebian Linux10.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-14438?
A heap-based buffer over-read in xiph_PackHeaders() in modules/demux/xiph.h in VideoLAN VLC media player 3.0.7.1 allows remote attackers to trigger a heap-based buffer over-read via a crafted .ogg file.
How severe is CVE-2019-14438?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-14438 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14438?
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Source: NVD / NIST