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CVE-2008-4558

MediumPublished

Array index error in VLC media player 0.9.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary memory and execute arbitrary code via an XSPF playlist file with...

Published: Oct 14, 2008
Updated: Aug 7, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Oct 14, 2008

Primary CVSS

6.8/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P

EPSS probability estimate

8.5%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 94.9%
Model date: Oct 13, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Array index error in VLC media player 0.9.2 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary memory and execute arbitrary code via an XSPF playlist file with a negative identifier tag, which passes a signed comparison.

Sources

VideoLAN VLC Media Player 0.9.2 Media Player - XSPF Memory CorruptionExploit
Core Security · windows · Oct 14, 2008

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