CVE-2025-55657: n/a
A NULL pointer dereference in the gf_odf_vvc_cfg_write_bs function (odf/descriptors.c) of GPAC MP4Box v2.4 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted MP4 file.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2025-55657 describes a NULL pointer dereference in the gf_odf_vvc_cfg_write_bs function within the odf/descriptors.c source file of GPAC MP4Box version 2.4. This vulnerability can be triggered by processing a maliciously crafted MP4 file, resulting in a Denial of Service condition. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-476 (NULL Pointer Dereference). There is no vendor advisory or patch information available at this time, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability causes a Denial of Service (DoS) by crashing the affected application when it attempts to process a crafted MP4 file. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity impact. The attack vector is network-based with no privileges or user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, avoid processing untrusted or suspicious MP4 files with GPAC MP4Box. Monitor official GPAC channels for updates regarding patches or workarounds.
CVE-2025-55657: n/a
Description
A NULL pointer dereference in the gf_odf_vvc_cfg_write_bs function (odf/descriptors.c) of GPAC MP4Box v2.4 allows attackers to cause a Denial of Service (DoS) via supplying a crafted MP4 file.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-55657 describes a NULL pointer dereference in the gf_odf_vvc_cfg_write_bs function within the odf/descriptors.c source file of GPAC MP4Box version 2.4. This vulnerability can be triggered by processing a maliciously crafted MP4 file, resulting in a Denial of Service condition. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-476 (NULL Pointer Dereference). There is no vendor advisory or patch information available at this time, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability causes a Denial of Service (DoS) by crashing the affected application when it attempts to process a crafted MP4 file. There is no indication of confidentiality or integrity impact. The attack vector is network-based with no privileges or user interaction required.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, avoid processing untrusted or suspicious MP4 files with GPAC MP4Box. Monitor official GPAC channels for updates regarding patches or workarounds.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2025-08-13T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a286c5f8dd33fbd85743428
Added to database: 06/09/2026, 19:41:19 UTC
Last enriched: 06/17/2026, 08:29:38 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:55 UTC
Views: 89
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