CVE-2014-6440

CVE-2014-6440 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Videolan Vlc with a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-6440?
VideoLAN VLC media player before 2.1.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
How severe is CVE-2014-6440?
CVE-2014-6440 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 9.8, rated critical severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2014-6440 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-6440?
CVE-2014-6440 affects Videolan Vlc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-6440?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2014-6440 published?
CVE-2014-6440 was published on 2017-03-28 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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