Vulnerability Description
Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in an ActiveX control in QTPlugin.ocx for Apple QuickTime 7.4.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via long arguments to the (1) SetBgColor, (2) SetHREF, (3) SetMovieName, (4) SetTarget, and (5) SetMatrix methods.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.4.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3652
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/488045/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27769Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40475
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5110
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3652
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/488045/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27769Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40475
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5110
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0778?
CVE-2008-0778 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in an ActiveX control in QTPlugin.ocx for Apple QuickTime 7.4.1 and earlier allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbit...
How severe is CVE-2008-0778?
CVE-2008-0778 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-2008-0778?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime.