CVE-2013-0988: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri May 24 2013(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted FPX file.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple QuickTime | <=7.7.3 | |
| 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 | =7.0.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.2 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.3 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.0.4 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.1.0 | |
| 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 | =7.2.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.2.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.3.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.3.1 | |
| 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 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.6.9 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.7.0 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.7.1 | |
| Apple QuickTime | =7.7.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jun/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/May/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5770
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5784
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A16637
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0988?
CVE-2013-0988 is a critical vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service due to a buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0988?
To fix CVE-2013-0988, update your Apple QuickTime to version 7.7.4 or later.
Which versions of Apple QuickTime are affected by CVE-2013-0988?
CVE-2013-0988 affects Apple QuickTime versions prior to 7.7.4, as well as several older versions including 3.0, 4.1.2, 5.0, and 6.x.
Can CVE-2013-0988 cause application crashes?
Yes, CVE-2013-0988 can cause denial of service due to application crashes when a crafted FPX file is processed.
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2013-0988?
CVE-2013-0988 can be exploited via a crafted FPX file that triggers the buffer overflow vulnerability.
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