Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted compressed PICT image, which triggers the overflow during decoding.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307301
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jul/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Jan/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28502
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31034
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27300
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019221
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-016A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0148
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2064/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39698
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307301
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jul/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Jan/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28502
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0036?
CVE-2008-0036 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted compressed PICT image, which triggers the overflow during decoding.
How severe is CVE-2008-0036?
CVE-2008-0036 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0036?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime.