CVE-2018-20502
First published: Wed Dec 26 2018(Updated: )
An issue was discovered in Bento4 1.5.1-627. There is an attempt at excessive memory allocation in the AP4_DataBuffer class when called from AP4_HvccAtom::Create in Core/Ap4HvccAtom.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-2018-20502?
CVE-2018-20502 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to excessive memory allocation risks.
How does CVE-2018-20502 affect users of Bento4?
CVE-2018-20502 can lead to potential denial of service conditions due to excessive memory usage.
What versions of Bento4 are impacted by CVE-2018-20502?
CVE-2018-20502 specifically affects Bento4 version 1.5.1-627.
How do I fix CVE-2018-20502?
To fix CVE-2018-20502, users should upgrade to a patched version of Bento4 that resolves the excessive memory allocation issue.
What is the cause of CVE-2018-20502?
CVE-2018-20502 is caused by improper handling of data in the AP4_DataBuffer class within the Bento4 library.
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