CVE-2019-14778
UnknownEPSS 1.46%
Last modified
CVE-2019-14778 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The mkv::virtual_segment_c::seek method of demux/mkv/virtual_segment.cpp in VideoLAN VLC media player 3.0.7.1 has a use-after-free.. EPSS estimates a 1.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The mkv::virtual_segment_c::seek method of demux/mkv/virtual_segment.cpp in VideoLAN VLC media player 3.0.7.1 has a use-after-free.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Videolan | Vlc Media Player | 3.0.7.1 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 9.0 |
| Debian | Debian Linux | 10.0 |
References
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git&a=search&h=refs/heads/master&st=commit&s=cve-2019Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2019/Aug/36Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2019/dsa-4504Third Party Advisory
- https://www.videolan.org/security/sb-vlc308.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://git.videolan.org/?p=vlc.git&a=search&h=refs/heads/master&st=commit&s=cve-2019Patch, Third Party Advisory
- https://seclists.org/bugtraq/2019/Aug/36Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://www.debian.org/security/2019/dsa-4504Third Party Advisory
- https://www.videolan.org/security/sb-vlc308.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2019-14778?
The mkv::virtual_segment_c::seek method of demux/mkv/virtual_segment.cpp in VideoLAN VLC media player 3.0.7.1 has a use-after-free.
How severe is CVE-2019-14778?
Severity scoring for CVE-2019-14778 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2019-14778?
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-2019-14778?
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