Certain VLC media player builds in versions 3.0.0 through 3.0.23 contain a memory-safety vulnerability reachable when processing media from an attacker-controlled network source. Exploitation requires user interaction and may disclose a limited, layout-dependent amount of VLC process memory. Exposure depends on build configuration.
Attack Parameters
Attack Vector
Network
Can be exploited remotely
Attack Complexity
Low
Easy to exploit
Attack Requirements
None
No additional conditions
Privileges Required
None
No privileges needed
User Interaction
Passive
Minimal interaction
Impact Assessment
Confidentiality
Low
Partial data leak
Integrity
None
No data modification
Availability
None
No disruption
CVSS Vector v4.0
Weakness Type (CWE)
References 4
https://github.com/videolan/vlc
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/videolan/vlc/blob/3.0.23/modules/access/rtsp/access.c
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://github.com/videolan/vlc/blob/3.0.23/modules/access/rtsp/rtsp.c
disclosure@vulncheck.com
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/vlc-media-player-3.0.0-through-3.0.23-heap…
disclosure@vulncheck.com