CVE-2007-0716: Buffer Overflow

Published Mar 5, 2007
·
Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.1.5 allows remote user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted QTIF file.

Affected Software

10 affected components
QuickTime Player=7.0.3
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=7.0
QuickTime Player=7.0.2
QuickTime Player=7.0.4
QuickTime Player=7.1.2
QuickTime Player=7.1
QuickTime Player=7.1.1
QuickTime Player=7.1.4
QuickTime Player=7.1.3

Event History

Mar 5, 2007
CVE Published
10:19 PM
Mar 6, 2007
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-2007-0716?

CVE-2007-0716 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-0716?

To fix CVE-2007-0716, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.1.5 or later.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2007-0716 enable?

CVE-2007-0716 enables remote user-assisted attackers to initiate a stack-based buffer overflow.

4

Which versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2007-0716?

Apple QuickTime versions 7.0 through 7.1.4 are affected by CVE-2007-0716.

5

What file type is associated with the CVE-2007-0716 vulnerability?

The CVE-2007-0716 vulnerability is associated with crafted QTIF files.

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