CWE
476
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2017-12476: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Wed Sep 06 2017(Updated: )

The AP4_AvccAtom::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.

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-2017-12476?

    CVE-2017-12476 has a severity level of medium due to potential denial of service caused by a NULL pointer dereference.

  • How do I fix CVE-2017-12476?

    To fix CVE-2017-12476, upgrade to Bento4 version 1.5.0-616 or later.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-12476?

    CVE-2017-12476 is a denial of service vulnerability affecting Bento4's mp4dump tool.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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