CVE-2018-14446 Memory corruption in n/a

High 8.8 Published 20 Jul 2018 Updated 5 Aug 2024

A heap-based buffer overflow in the MP4v2 library allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or potentially execute arbitrary code via a crafted MP4 file.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2018-14446?

CVE-2018-14446 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Jul 2018. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

MP4Integer32Property::Read in atom_avcC.cpp in MP4v2 2.1.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (heap-based buffer overflow and application crash) or possibly have unspecified other impact via a crafted MP4 file.

Weakness: CWE-787

Which versions are affected by CVE-2018-14446?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Techsmith Mp4v2.

How do I fix CVE-2018-14446?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2018-14446 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2018-14446 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-7j3g-6xj8-mqj5, UBUNTU-CVE-2018-14446.