CVE-2008-3624: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 10, 2008
·
Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.5.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a QuickTime Virtual Reality (QTVR) movie file with crafted panorama atoms.

Affected Software

31 affected components
Apple QuickTime<=7.5
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
Apple QuickTime=7.1.6
Apple QuickTime=7.2
Apple QuickTime=7.3
Apple QuickTime=7.3.1
Apple QuickTime=7.3.1.70
Apple QuickTime=7.4
Apple QuickTime=7.4.1
Apple QuickTime=7.4.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.9
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.10
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.11
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.5.4
Microsoft Windows-nt=xp-sp3
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2

Event History

Sep 10, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Sep 11, 2008
Data Sourced
01:13 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3624?

CVE-2008-3624 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution or denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-3624?

To fix CVE-2008-3624, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.5.5 or later.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2008-3624?

CVE-2008-3624 affects various versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.5.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-3624?

CVE-2008-3624 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

5

Can CVE-2008-3624 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2008-3624 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted QuickTime Virtual Reality movie files.

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