CVE-2018-14588 : Security Advisory and Response
Discover the impact of CVE-2018-14588 in Bento4 1.5.1-624, leading to a NULL pointer dereference in AP4_DataBuffer::SetData. Learn about affected systems, exploitation risks, and mitigation steps.
A problem was found in version 1.5.1-624 of Bento4, leading to a NULL pointer dereference in the function AP4_DataBuffer::SetData.
Understanding CVE-2018-14588
What is CVE-2018-14588?
This CVE identifies an issue in Bento4 1.5.1-624 that can result in a NULL pointer dereference in the AP4_DataBuffer::SetData function.
The Impact of CVE-2018-14588
The vulnerability could potentially lead to a NULL pointer dereference, which may be exploited by attackers for malicious purposes.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-14588
Vulnerability Description
The issue occurs in version 1.5.1-624 of Bento4, specifically in the AP4_DataBuffer::SetData function, located in Core/Ap4DataBuffer.cpp.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: n/a
- Vendor: n/a
- Version: 1.5.1-624
Exploitation Mechanism
The vulnerability allows for a NULL pointer dereference, which could be exploited by attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code.
Mitigation and Prevention
Immediate Steps to Take
- Apply vendor patches or updates as soon as they are available.
- Monitor vendor communications for security advisories related to this vulnerability.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly update software and applications to the latest versions.
- Implement proper input validation to prevent NULL pointer dereference vulnerabilities.
Patching and Updates
Ensure that the Bento4 software is updated to a version that addresses the NULL pointer dereference vulnerability.