CVE-2018-20186
First published: Mon Dec 17 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Bento4 1.5.1-627. AP4_Sample::ReadData in Core/Ap4Sample.cpp allows attackers to trigger an attempted excessive memory allocation, related to AP4_DataBuffer::SetDataSize and AP4_DataBuffer::ReallocateBuffer in Core/Ap4DataBuffer.cpp.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Bento4 | =1.5.1-627 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2018-20186?
CVE-2018-20186 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for excessive memory allocation risks.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20186?
To mitigate CVE-2018-20186, update Bento4 to a version later than 1.5.1-627 that addresses this memory allocation issue.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2018-20186?
Exploitation of CVE-2018-20186 could lead to application crashes or denial of service due to excessive memory usage.
Which software is affected by CVE-2018-20186?
CVE-2018-20186 specifically affects Bento4 version 1.5.1-627.
How can I detect if CVE-2018-20186 is present in my system?
You can detect CVE-2018-20186 by checking if your Bento4 installation is version 1.5.1-627 or earlier.
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