CWE
476
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2018-14543: Null Pointer Dereference

First published: Mon Jul 23 2018(Updated: )

There exists one NULL pointer dereference vulnerability in AP4_JsonInspector::AddField in Ap4Atom.cpp in Bento4 1.5.1-624, which can allow attackers to cause a denial-of-service via a crafted mp4 file. This vulnerability can be triggered by the executable mp4dump.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Bento4=1.5.1-624

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2018-14543?

    The CVE-2018-14543 vulnerability has a medium severity due to its potential to cause a denial-of-service through a crafted mp4 file.

  • How do I fix CVE-2018-14543?

    To fix CVE-2018-14543, update to a patched version of Bento4 that addresses the NULL pointer dereference issue.

  • What component is impacted by CVE-2018-14543?

    CVE-2018-14543 impacts the AP4_JsonInspector::AddField function in Ap4Atom.cpp within the Bento4 software.

  • Can CVE-2018-14543 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2018-14543 can be exploited remotely using a crafted mp4 file which triggers the vulnerability.

  • Which versions of Bento4 are affected by CVE-2018-14543?

    CVE-2018-14543 affects Bento4 version 1.5.1-624.

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