CVE-2007-2397
First published: Sun Jul 15 2007(Updated: )
QuickTime for Java in Apple Quicktime before 7.2 does not properly check permissions, which allows remote attackers to disable security controls and execute arbitrary code via crafted Java applets.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple QuickTime | ||
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.3 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.4 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1.3 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1.4 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1.5 |
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Reference Links
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305947
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2007/Jul/msg00001.html
- http://osvdb.org/36132
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26034
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24873
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018373
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-193A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2510
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35358
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2397?
CVE-2007-2397 is rated as critical due to the potential exploitation allowing remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2397?
To mitigate CVE-2007-2397, users should update Apple QuickTime to version 7.2 or later.
What versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2007-2397?
CVE-2007-2397 affects QuickTime versions prior to 7.2, including 7.0 through 7.1.5.
What types of attacks can CVE-2007-2397 facilitate?
CVE-2007-2397 can facilitate remote attackers executing arbitrary code through crafted Java applets.
Who is vulnerable to CVE-2007-2397?
Any user running affected versions of QuickTime, particularly on Java-enabled browsers, is vulnerable to CVE-2007-2397.
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