CVE-2011-2588: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2011-2588: Heap-based buffer overflow in the AVI_ChunkRead_strf function in libavi.c in the AVI demuxer in VideoLAN VL...

Heap-based buffer overflow in the AVI_ChunkRead_strf function in libavi.c in the AVI demuxer in VideoLAN VLC media player before 1.1.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted AVI media file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 23:08 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

VLC media player versions before 1.1.11 can crash, and may allow code execution, when handling a specially crafted AVI file. Business urgency depends on whether vulnerable VLC versions remain installed and whether users process untrusted media files. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints or systems still running VLC media player before 1.1.11 and opening or processing AVI files from untrusted sources. Prioritize as a legacy exposure cleanup item. Escalate if vulnerable VLC exists on user endpoints, shared workstations, or systems handling external media files. Mitigation focus: Upgrade VLC media player to version 1.1.11 or later.; Check current VideoLAN guidance for any additional vendor recommendations.; Restrict opening AVI files from untrusted sources on vulnerable systems..

Prepared: Jun 27, 2026, 18:09 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 27, 2011, 01:29 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:14858CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
vlcmediaplayer-strf-bo(68532)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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