CVE-2011-0245: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 4, 2011
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Updated

Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted pict file.

Affected Software

32 affected components
QuickTime Player=7.6.8
QuickTime Player=7.3.1
QuickTime Player=7.6.7
QuickTime Player=7.0.3
QuickTime Player=7.5.0
QuickTime Player=7.1.5
QuickTime Player=7.6.1
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=7.1.6
QuickTime Player=7.4.1
QuickTime Player=7.4.5
QuickTime Player=7.2.1
QuickTime Player=7.0.2
QuickTime Player=7.67.75.0
QuickTime Player=7.2.0
QuickTime Player=7.6.0
QuickTime Player=7.3.0
QuickTime Player=7.0.4
QuickTime Player=7.3.1.70
QuickTime Player=7.1.2
QuickTime Player=7.4.0
QuickTime Player=7.1.1
QuickTime Player=7.6.6
QuickTime Player<=7.6.9
QuickTime Player=7.66.71.0
QuickTime Player=7.1.4
QuickTime Player=7.1.3
QuickTime Player=7.5.5
QuickTime Player=7.6.2
QuickTime Player=7.6.5
QuickTime Player=7.1.0
QuickTime Player=7.0.0

Event History

Aug 4, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-0245?

CVE-2011-0245 is classified as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-0245?

To mitigate CVE-2011-0245, upgrade Apple QuickTime to version 7.7 or later.

3

What types of attacks does CVE-2011-0245 enable?

CVE-2011-0245 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service through a crafted pict file.

4

Which versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2011-0245?

CVE-2011-0245 affects several QuickTime versions including 7.0.0 through 7.6.9.

5

Can CVE-2011-0245 lead to data breaches?

Yes, CVE-2011-0245 can lead to data breaches by allowing unauthorized remote code execution.

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