CVE-2017-14642: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Sep 21 2017(Updated: )
A NULL pointer dereference was discovered in the AP4_HdlrAtom class in Bento4 version 1.5.0-617. The vulnerability causes a segmentation fault and application crash in AP4_StdcFileByteStream::ReadPartial in System/StdC/Ap4StdCFileByteStream.cpp, which leads to remote denial of service.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Bento4 | =1.5.0-617 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14642?
CVE-2017-14642 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for causing application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14642?
To mitigate CVE-2017-14642, users should upgrade to a patched version of Bento4 that addresses this NULL pointer dereference issue.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2017-14642?
CVE-2017-14642 is a NULL pointer dereference vulnerability that leads to a segmentation fault.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2017-14642?
Exploiting CVE-2017-14642 can result in a remote denial of service due to application crashes.
Which versions of Bento4 are affected by CVE-2017-14642?
CVE-2017-14642 specifically affects Bento4 version 1.5.0-617.
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