CVE-2010-3793: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 16, 2010
·Updated
QuickTime in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x before 10.6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted Sorenson movie file.
Affected Software
11 affected components
Apple QuickTime
Apple iOS and macOS=10.6.0
Apple iOS and macOS=10.6.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.6.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.6.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.6.4
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.0
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.1
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.2
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.3
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.4
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Nov 16, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
10:00 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2010-3793?
CVE-2010-3793 has a high severity level due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2010-3793?
To fix CVE-2010-3793, update QuickTime to version 10.6.5 or later.
3
What types of files exploit CVE-2010-3793?
CVE-2010-3793 can be exploited via a crafted Sorenson movie file.
4
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-3793?
CVE-2010-3793 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.6.0 through 10.6.4 with QuickTime.
5
Can CVE-2010-3793 cause a denial of service?
Yes, CVE-2010-3793 can cause a denial of service by leading to memory corruption and application crashes.