CVE-2012-3753: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Nov 09 2012(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in the plugin in Apple QuickTime before 7.7.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted MIME type.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple QuickTime Player | <=7.7.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =3.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =4.1.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =5.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =5.0.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =5.0.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.0.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.0.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.0.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.1.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.2.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.3.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.4.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.5 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.5.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.5.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =6.5.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.0.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.0.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.0.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.0.3 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.0.4 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.3 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.4 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.5 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.1.6 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.2.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.2.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.3.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.3.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.3.1.70 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.4.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.4.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.4.5 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.5.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.5.5 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.5 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.6 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.7 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.8 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.6.9 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.7.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime Player | =7.7.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2012/Nov/msg00002.html
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/118421/Apple-QuickTime-7.7.2-MIME-Type-Buffer-Overflow.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51226
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5581
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79900
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A15947
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-3753?
CVE-2012-3753 is rated as high severity due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3753?
The recommended fix for CVE-2012-3753 is to update Apple QuickTime to version 7.7.3 or later.
What vulnerable software versions are affected by CVE-2012-3753?
CVE-2012-3753 affects all versions of Apple QuickTime prior to 7.7.3, including versions from 3.0 up to 7.7.2.
Can CVE-2012-3753 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-3753 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted MIME types.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2012-3753?
Exploiting CVE-2012-3753 could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system or cause a denial of service by crashing the application.
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- version/apple quicktime player/7.4.5
- version/apple quicktime player/7.5.0
- version/apple quicktime player/7.5.5
- version/apple quicktime player/7.6.0
- version/apple quicktime player/7.6.1
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