CWE
476
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-12475: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Wed Sep 06 2017(Updated: )

The AP4_Processor::Process function in Core/Ap4Processor.cpp in Bento4 mp4encrypt before 1.5.0-616 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted mp4 file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bento4<=1.5.0-615

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2017-12475?

    CVE-2017-12475 has been classified as low severity due to its denial of service nature.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-12475?

    To fix CVE-2017-12475, upgrade Bento4 to version 1.5.0-616 or later.

  • What vulnerability does CVE-2017-12475 address?

    CVE-2017-12475 addresses a denial of service vulnerability caused by a NULL pointer dereference in the AP4_Processor::Process function.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2017-12475?

    Users of Bento4 versions prior to 1.5.0-616 are affected by CVE-2017-12475.

  • Can CVE-2017-12475 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2017-12475 can be exploited remotely by attackers using a crafted mp4 file.

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