CVE-2020-19721: Buffer Overflow
A heap buffer overflow vulnerability in Ap4TrunAtom.cpp of Bento 1.5.1-628 may lead to an out-of-bounds write while running mp42aac, leading to system crashes and a denial of service (DOS).
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
alpine/vlcto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.0.9.2-r0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-19721?
CVE-2020-19721 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause system crashes and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2020-19721?
To fix CVE-2020-19721, you should update to the latest version of Bento4 that addresses this heap buffer overflow issue.
What causes the vulnerability CVE-2020-19721?
CVE-2020-19721 is caused by a heap buffer overflow vulnerability in the Ap4TrunAtom.cpp file of Bento4.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-19721?
The potential impacts of CVE-2020-19721 include system crashes and a denial of service when processing certain media files.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2020-19721?
CVE-2020-19721 affects Bento4 versions 1.5.1-628 and potentially earlier versions.