CVE-2011-0248: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 4, 2011
·
Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in the QuickTime ActiveX control in Apple QuickTime before 7.7 on Windows, when Internet Explorer is used, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted QTL file.

Affected Software

59 affected components
Apple Quicktime<=7.6.9
Apple Quicktime=3.0
Apple Quicktime=4.1.2
Apple Quicktime=5.0
Apple Quicktime=5.0.1
Apple Quicktime=5.0.2
Apple Quicktime=6.0
Apple Quicktime=6.0.0
Apple Quicktime=6.0.1
Apple Quicktime=6.0.2
Apple Quicktime=6.1
Apple Quicktime=6.1.0
Apple Quicktime=6.1.1
Apple Quicktime=6.2.0
Apple Quicktime=6.3.0
Apple Quicktime=6.4.0
Apple Quicktime=6.5
Apple Quicktime=6.5.0
Apple Quicktime=6.5.1
Apple Quicktime=6.5.2
Apple Quicktime=7.0
Apple Quicktime=7.0.0
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=7.1.0
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=7.2.0
Apple Quicktime=7.2.1
Apple Quicktime=7.3
Apple Quicktime=7.3.0
Apple Quicktime=7.3.1
Apple Quicktime=7.3.1.70
Apple Quicktime=7.4
Apple Quicktime=7.4.0
Apple Quicktime=7.4.1
Apple Quicktime=7.4.5
Apple Quicktime=7.5.0
Apple Quicktime=7.5.5
Apple Quicktime=7.6.0
Apple Quicktime=7.6.1
Apple Quicktime=7.6.2
Apple Quicktime=7.6.5
Apple Quicktime=7.6.6
Apple Quicktime=7.6.7
Apple Quicktime=7.6.8
Microsoft Internet Explorer
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3

Event History

Aug 4, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
02:45 AM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-0248?

CVE-2011-0248 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-0248?

To fix CVE-2011-0248, update the Apple QuickTime software to version 7.7 or later.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2011-0248?

CVE-2011-0248 affects various versions of Apple QuickTime, including all versions prior to 7.7.

4

Can CVE-2011-0248 affect my system if I don't use Internet Explorer?

CVE-2011-0248 specifically impacts users of Internet Explorer when opening crafted QTL files in QuickTime.

5

What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2011-0248?

Exploiting CVE-2011-0248 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to potentially take control of the affected system.

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