CVE-2010-3275: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2010-3275: libdirectx_plugin.dll in VideoLAN VLC Media Player before 1.1.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrar...

libdirectx_plugin.dll in VideoLAN VLC Media Player before 1.1.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted width in an AMV file, related to a "dangling pointer vulnerability."

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 03:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2010-3275 affects VLC Media Player before 1.1.8. A malicious AMV video file could exploit a dangling pointer issue in the DirectX plugin and potentially run code on a user's machine. Business risk is mainly user-driven compromise through opening crafted media, especially on older Windows VLC installations. Exposure is most likely where VLC Media Player before 1.1.8 remains installed, especially on Windows endpoints using the DirectX plugin. Modern managed environments are less likely exposed unless legacy media tools persist outside normal patching. Treat as a legacy high-risk endpoint issue. Prioritize confirmation and cleanup in environments with unmanaged software, older Windows workstations, or media-handling workflows. Mitigation focus: Upgrade VLC Media Player to 1.1.8 or later using vendor-supported packages.; Apply applicable distribution security updates, including Debian DSA-2211 where relevant.; Remove unsupported legacy VLC installations from managed endpoints..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 13:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 28, 2011, 16:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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vlcmediaplayer-amv-bo(66259)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
oval:org.mitre.oval:def:14718CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature

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