What is the severity of CVE-2008-3628?

CVE-2008-3628 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution or denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3628?

To fix CVE-2008-3628, upgrade Apple QuickTime to version 7.5.5 or later.

What versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-3628?

CVE-2008-3628 affects all versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.5.5.

Can CVE-2008-3628 lead to data theft?

Yes, CVE-2008-3628 can potentially be exploited to execute arbitrary code, leading to data theft.

Is my Windows operating system vulnerable due to CVE-2008-3628?

CVE-2008-3628 specifically affects Apple QuickTime, not the Microsoft Windows operating system itself.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2008-3628

critical

9.3

CWE

399

10/9/2008

7/8/2024

CVE-2008-3628

First published: Wed Sep 10 2008(Updated: )

Apple QuickTime before 7.5.5 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted PICT image, related to an "invalid pointer issue."

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple QuickTime	<7.5.5
Microsoft Windows

Remedy

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3027

Remedy

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31086

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3628?
CVE-2008-3628 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3628?
To fix CVE-2008-3628, upgrade Apple QuickTime to version 7.5.5 or later.
What versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-3628?
CVE-2008-3628 affects all versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.5.5.
Can CVE-2008-3628 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2008-3628 can potentially be exploited to execute arbitrary code, leading to data theft.
Is my Windows operating system vulnerable due to CVE-2008-3628?
CVE-2008-3628 specifically affects Apple QuickTime, not the Microsoft Windows operating system itself.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-3628?
CVE-2008-3628 has a critical severity level due to its potential for remote code execution or denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3628?
To fix CVE-2008-3628, upgrade Apple QuickTime to version 7.5.5 or later.
What versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2008-3628?
CVE-2008-3628 affects all versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.5.5.
Can CVE-2008-3628 lead to data theft?
Yes, CVE-2008-3628 can potentially be exploited to execute arbitrary code, leading to data theft.
Is my Windows operating system vulnerable due to CVE-2008-3628?
CVE-2008-3628 specifically affects Apple QuickTime, not the Microsoft Windows operating system itself.