CVE-2006-4384: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 12, 2006
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.1.3 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the COLOR64 chunk in a FLIC (FLC) movie.

Affected Software

22 affected components
QuickTime Player=6.5.1
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=5.0
QuickTime Player=7.0.3
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=7.0
QuickTime Player=7.0.2
QuickTime Player=7.0
QuickTime Player=6.5.2
QuickTime Player<=7.1.2
QuickTime Player=5.0.2
QuickTime Player=7.0.2
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=5.0.1
QuickTime Player=7.0.4
QuickTime Player=6.1
QuickTime Player=6.5
QuickTime Player=7.1.1
QuickTime Player=6.5.2
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=6.5.2
QuickTime Player=6.0

Event History

Sep 12, 2006
CVE Published
11:07 PM
Sep 13, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4384?

CVE-2006-4384 has a high severity rating due to its potential for allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4384?

To fix CVE-2006-4384, users should upgrade Apple QuickTime to version 7.1.3 or later.

3

Which versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2006-4384?

CVE-2006-4384 affects multiple versions of Apple QuickTime, including 6.5.1, 7.0.1, 7.0.3, and others up to 7.1.2.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-4384 classified as?

CVE-2006-4384 is classified as a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2006-4384 be exploited without user interaction?

No, CVE-2006-4384 requires user-assisted interaction to exploit the vulnerability.

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