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7.8

Bento4 SDK can run malicious code via MP4 file

CVE-2017-14258 · published 9 years ago
Summary

The Bento4 software development kit (version 1.5.0-616) contains a flaw in its handling of certain MP4 files. A specially crafted MP4 can cause the program to write to the wrong part of memory, potentially allowing an attacker to run their own code. Update to a newer version of Bento4 or apply the vendor’s patch to protect your systems.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
bento4 bento4 1.5.0-616
cpe:2.3:a:bento4:bento4:1.5.0-616:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
In the SDK in Bento4 1.5.0-616, SetItemCount in Core/Ap4StscAtom.h file contains a Write Memory Access Violation vulnerability. It is possible to exploit this vulnerability and possibly execute arb...
In the SDK in Bento4 1.5.0-616, SetItemCount in Core/Ap4StscAtom.h file contains a Write Memory Access Violation vulnerability. It is possible to exploit this vulnerability and possibly execute arbitrary code by opening a crafted .MP4 file.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
7.8 High
Exploitation
1% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published11 Sep 2017
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2017-14258 · NVD
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