CVE-2015-5753: Buffer Overflow
QuickTime 7 in Apple OS X before 10.10.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-3765, CVE-2015-3779, CVE-2015-3788, CVE-2015-3789, CVE-2015-3790, CVE-2015-3791, CVE-2015-3792, CVE-2015-5751, and CVE-2015-5779.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2015-5753?
CVE-2015-5753 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2015-5753?
To fix CVE-2015-5753, update QuickTime to the latest version available for your operating system.
What software is affected by CVE-2015-5753?
CVE-2015-5753 primarily affects QuickTime version 7.0.0 on OS X versions prior to 10.10.5.
Can CVE-2015-5753 cause data loss?
CVE-2015-5753 can potentially lead to application crashes and memory corruption, which might result in data loss.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2015-5753?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2015-5753 includes avoiding the opening of untrusted or unknown movie files.