CVE-2013-1022: Buffer Overflow

Published 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 crafted mvhd atoms in a movie file.

Affected Software

55 affected components
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

Event History

May 24, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-1022?

CVE-2013-1022 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-1022?

To fix CVE-2013-1022, upgrade Apple QuickTime to version 7.7.4 or later.

3

Which versions of QuickTime are affected by CVE-2013-1022?

CVE-2013-1022 affects Apple QuickTime versions prior to 7.7.4, including older versions like 7.7.3 and 3.0.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2013-1022?

CVE-2013-1022 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution or application crashes.

5

Can CVE-2013-1022 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2013-1022 can be exploited remotely through crafted mvhd atoms in a movie file.

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