CVE-2012-3756: Buffer Overflow
Published Nov 9, 2012
·Updated
Buffer overflow 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 rnet box in an MP4 movie file.
Affected Software
51 affected components
QuickTime Player<=7.7.2
QuickTime Player=3.0
QuickTime Player=4.1.2
QuickTime Player=5.0
QuickTime Player=5.0.1
QuickTime Player=5.0.2
QuickTime Player=6.0
QuickTime Player=6.0.0
QuickTime Player=6.0.1
QuickTime Player=6.0.2
QuickTime Player=6.1
QuickTime Player=6.1.1
QuickTime Player=6.2.0
QuickTime Player=6.3.0
QuickTime Player=6.4.0
QuickTime Player=6.5
QuickTime Player=6.5.0
QuickTime Player=6.5.1
QuickTime Player=6.5.2
QuickTime Player=7.0.0
QuickTime Player=7.0.1
QuickTime Player=7.0.2
QuickTime Player=7.0.3
QuickTime Player=7.0.4
QuickTime Player=7.1.0
QuickTime Player=7.1.1
QuickTime Player=7.1.2
QuickTime Player=7.1.3
QuickTime Player=7.1.4
QuickTime Player=7.1.5
QuickTime Player=7.1.6
QuickTime Player=7.2.0
QuickTime Player=7.2.1
QuickTime Player=7.3.0
QuickTime Player=7.3.1
QuickTime Player=7.3.1.70
QuickTime Player=7.4.0
QuickTime Player=7.4.1
QuickTime Player=7.4.5
QuickTime Player=7.5.0
QuickTime Player=7.5.5
QuickTime Player=7.6.0
QuickTime Player=7.6.1
QuickTime Player=7.6.2
QuickTime Player=7.6.5
QuickTime Player=7.6.6
QuickTime Player=7.6.7
QuickTime Player=7.6.8
QuickTime Player=7.6.9
QuickTime Player=7.7.0
QuickTime Player=7.7.1
Event History
Nov 9, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-3756?
CVE-2012-3756 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-3756?
To fix CVE-2012-3756, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.7.3 or later.
3
What software versions are affected by CVE-2012-3756?
CVE-2012-3756 affects Apple QuickTime versions prior to 7.7.3, including multiple earlier versions.
4
Can CVE-2012-3756 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-3756 can be exploited remotely by attackers sending specifically crafted MP4 files.
5
What might happen if my system is vulnerable to CVE-2012-3756?
If vulnerable to CVE-2012-3756, your system could experience application crashes or allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.