[Bug 436361] [NEW] VLC 1.02 is out, which fixes a major security issue which could allow execution of code

[Dylan Taylor]

*** This bug is a security vulnerability ***

Public security bug reported:

Binary package hint: vlc

As of three days ago, a bugfix release of VLC is available which fixes a
security vulnerability which could allow an attacker to execute
malicious code. Information on the bug is available at
http://www.videolan.org/security/sa0901.html. Since this could possible
lead to spyware, malware, keyloggers, trojans, and compromised systems
just by opening a video/audio file, this bug should be given high
priority. According to VideoLAN.org: "Because of the security issues, we
strongly recommand everybody to update its version of VLC."

** Affects: vlc (Ubuntu)
     Importance: Undecided
         Status: New


** Tags: exploit security update vlc

** Visibility changed to: Public

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VLC 1.02 is out, which fixes a major security issue which could allow execution of code
https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/436361
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