CVE-2015-3666: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 3, 2015
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Updated

QT Media Foundation in Apple QuickTime before 7.7.7, as used in OS X before 10.10.4 and other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a crafted file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-3661, CVE-2015-3662, CVE-2015-3663, CVE-2015-3667, and CVE-2015-3668.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.3
Apple QuickTime<=7.7.6

Event History

Jul 3, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2015-3666?

CVE-2015-3666 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2015-3666?

To fix CVE-2015-3666, update Apple QuickTime to version 7.7.7 or later, and ensure that your macOS is updated beyond version 10.10.3.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2015-3666?

CVE-2015-3666 affects Apple QuickTime version 7.7.6 and macOS versions prior to 10.10.4.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2015-3666?

CVE-2015-3666 can be exploited through crafted media files, leading to arbitrary code execution or denial of service.

5

Is CVE-2015-3666 publicly known?

Yes, CVE-2015-3666 is a publicly documented vulnerability that was disclosed by Apple.

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