What is the severity of CVE-2008-0036?

CVE-2008-0036 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0036?

To fix CVE-2008-0036, upgrade to Apple QuickTime version 7.4 or later.

What type of attack does CVE-2008-0036 involve?

CVE-2008-0036 involves a buffer overflow attack triggered by a crafted compressed PICT image.

Which versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-0036?

CVE-2008-0036 affects versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.4.

Can CVE-2008-0036 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-0036 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted image files.

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CVE-2008-0036

medium

6.8

CWE

119

16/1/2008

7/8/2024

CVE-2008-0036: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Jan 16 2008(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted compressed PICT image, which triggers the overflow during decoding.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple QuickTime	<=7.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0036?
CVE-2008-0036 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0036?
To fix CVE-2008-0036, upgrade to Apple QuickTime version 7.4 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-0036 involve?
CVE-2008-0036 involves a buffer overflow attack triggered by a crafted compressed PICT image.
Which versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-0036?
CVE-2008-0036 affects versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.4.
Can CVE-2008-0036 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-0036 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted image files.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0036?
CVE-2008-0036 is categorized as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0036?
To fix CVE-2008-0036, upgrade to Apple QuickTime version 7.4 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-0036 involve?
CVE-2008-0036 involves a buffer overflow attack triggered by a crafted compressed PICT image.
Which versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-0036?
CVE-2008-0036 affects versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.4.
Can CVE-2008-0036 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-0036 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted image files.