CVE-2006-4386: Integer Overflow

Published Sep 12, 2006
·
Updated

Integer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.1.3 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted H.264 movie, a different issue than CVE-2006-4381.

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-2006-4386?

CVE-2006-4386 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4386?

To fix CVE-2006-4386, upgrade to Apple QuickTime version 7.1.3 or later.

3

What versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2006-4386?

CVE-2006-4386 affects QuickTime versions prior to 7.1.3, including versions 5.0, 6.0, 6.5.1, and 7.0.x.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-4386?

CVE-2006-4386 can be exploited by user-assisted remote attackers via crafted H.264 movies.

5

Is it safe to use older versions of QuickTime with CVE-2006-4386?

Using older versions of QuickTime affected by CVE-2006-4386 poses significant security risks and is not recommended.

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