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

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
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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.

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