Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP file that triggers the overflow in the ReadBMP function. NOTE: this issue was originally included as item 3 in CVE-2006-1983, but it has been given a separate identifier because it is a distinct issue.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.0.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00002.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20069Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016067
- http://www.osvdb.org/24820Exploit
- http://www.security-protocols.com/sp-x27-advisory.phpExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17953
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132B.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1778Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26402
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00002.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20069Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016067
- http://www.osvdb.org/24820Exploit
- http://www.security-protocols.com/sp-x27-advisory.phpExploitVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17953
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2238?
CVE-2006-2238 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted BMP file that triggers the overflow in the ReadBMP function. NOTE: this issue ...
How severe is CVE-2006-2238?
CVE-2006-2238 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2238?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime.