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Hackers can use subtitles to take over millions of devices running VLC, Kodi, Popcorn Time and Strem

  • May 23, 2017
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Help Net Security  May 23, 2017
 
Check Point researchers revealed a new attack vector threatening millions of users of popular media players, including VLC, Kodi (XBMC), Popcorn Time and Stremio. By crafting malicious subtitle files for films and TV programmes, which are then downloaded by viewers, attackers can potentially take complete control of any device running the vulnerable platforms.
 
                 
 
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