MEDIUM
CVE-2017-12475
CWE-476Published: September 6, 2017· Updated: Jun 17, 2026
5.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
The AP4_Processor::Process function in Core/Ap4Processor.cpp in Bento4 mp4encrypt before 1.5.0-616 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and application crash) via a crafted mp4 file.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2017-12475 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation does not require any privileges, though user interaction (Required) is needed, which slightly reduces the risk of mass automated attacks.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 5.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionRequired
ScopeUnchanged
Impact
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Affected Vendors & Products
axiosys1 product(s)
bento4
Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Official Patches & Advisories
All References (6)
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https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B6wBkDmxMGMKUjNscThnbTlSZ2sThird Party Advisory
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https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9DojFnTUSNGZ1JfNUc1am9pcncThird Party Advisory
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https://github.com/axiomatic-systems/Bento4/commit/4d3f0bebd5f8518fd775f671c12bea58c68e814ePatch · Third Party Advisory
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https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B6wBkDmxMGMKUjNscThnbTlSZ2sThird Party Advisory
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https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B9DojFnTUSNGZ1JfNUc1am9pcncThird Party Advisory
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https://github.com/axiomatic-systems/Bento4/commit/4d3f0bebd5f8518fd775f671c12bea58c68e814ePatch · Third Party Advisory
Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2017-12475
CVSS Score5.5 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
WeaknessCWE-476
CISA KEVNo
Affected1 vendor(s)
PublishedSep 6, 2017
Related CVEs (CWE-476)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2017-12475 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
Data sourced from NVD (NIST), CISA KEV, and EPSS (FIRST). Analysis generated by CTIWatch. CVE data is provided under the NVD usage policy.