CVE-2007-4677: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Nov 07 2007(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an invalid color table size when parsing the color table atom (CTAB) in a movie file, related to the CTAB RGB values.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple QuickTime | <7.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-065.html
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306896
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2007/Nov/msg00000.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26338
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018894
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27523
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-310A.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/445083
- http://www.osvdb.org/38544
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3352
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3723
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38283
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/483312/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4677?
CVE-2007-4677 has been rated as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4677?
To fix CVE-2007-4677, users should update Apple QuickTime to version 7.3 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4677?
CVE-2007-4677 affects users of Apple QuickTime prior to version 7.3, as well as certain versions of macOS and Windows.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-4677 facilitate?
CVE-2007-4677 facilitates remote code execution attacks through a heap-based buffer overflow.
What software is associated with CVE-2007-4677?
CVE-2007-4677 is associated with Apple QuickTime and impacts multiple operating systems including macOS and Windows.
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