CVE-2002-0252: Buffer Overflow

Published May 3, 2002
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime Player 5.01 and 5.02 allows remote web servers to execute arbitrary code via a response containing a long Content-Type MIME header.

Affected Software

2 affected components
QuickTime Player=5.0.2
QuickTime Player=5.0.1

Remediation

Event History

May 3, 2002
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2002-0252?

CVE-2002-0252 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2002-0252?

To fix CVE-2002-0252, users should update their Apple QuickTime Player to the latest version provided by Apple.

3

What versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2002-0252?

CVE-2002-0252 affects Apple QuickTime versions 5.0.1 and 5.0.2.

4

What type of attack is possible due to CVE-2002-0252?

CVE-2002-0252 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's system.

5

Can CVE-2002-0252 be exploited without user interaction?

Yes, CVE-2002-0252 can be exploited by sending a malicious response from a web server without any user interaction.

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