CVE-2017-12476: Null Pointer Dereference
Published Sep 6, 2017
·Updated
The AP4AvccAtom::InspectFields function in Core/Ap4AvccAtom.cpp in Bento4 mp4dump 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.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Bento4 Bento4<=1.5.0-615
Remediation
Event History
Sep 6, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2017-12476?
CVE-2017-12476 has a severity level of medium due to potential denial of service caused by a NULL pointer dereference.
2
How do I fix CVE-2017-12476?
To fix CVE-2017-12476, upgrade to Bento4 version 1.5.0-616 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-12476?
CVE-2017-12476 is a denial of service vulnerability affecting Bento4's mp4dump tool.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2017-12476?
Versions of Bento4 up to and including 1.5.0-615 are affected by CVE-2017-12476.
5
Can CVE-2017-12476 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2017-12476 can be exploited remotely by manipulating an mp4 file to cause an application crash.