What is the severity of CVE-2008-0234?

CVE-2008-0234 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0234?

To fix CVE-2008-0234, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.4.1 or later.

What versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-0234?

CVE-2008-0234 affects Apple QuickTime versions 7.3.1.70 and earlier.

Can CVE-2008-0234 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-0234 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted RTSP requests.

What are the the consequences of CVE-2008-0234 exploitation?

Exploitation of CVE-2008-0234 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.

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CVE-2008-0234

critical

9.3

CWE

119

11/1/2008

7/8/2024

CVE-2008-0234: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Jan 11 2008(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in Apple Quicktime Player 7.3.1.70 and other versions before 7.4.1, when RTSP tunneling is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Reason-Phrase response to an rtsp:// request, as demonstrated using a 404 error message.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple QuickTime	=7.3.1.70
Apple QuickTime	=7.4

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http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jul/msg00000.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0234?
CVE-2008-0234 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0234?
To fix CVE-2008-0234, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.4.1 or later.
What versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-0234?
CVE-2008-0234 affects Apple QuickTime versions 7.3.1.70 and earlier.
Can CVE-2008-0234 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-0234 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted RTSP requests.
What are the the consequences of CVE-2008-0234 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2008-0234 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0234?
CVE-2008-0234 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0234?
To fix CVE-2008-0234, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.4.1 or later.
What versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-0234?
CVE-2008-0234 affects Apple QuickTime versions 7.3.1.70 and earlier.
Can CVE-2008-0234 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-0234 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted RTSP requests.
What are the the consequences of CVE-2008-0234 exploitation?
Exploitation of CVE-2008-0234 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on the victim's machine.