Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted PICT image, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-1581.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.4.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Jun/msg00000.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29293
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1991
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29619
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29648
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020215
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-162C.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1776/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42945
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Jun/msg00000.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29293
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1991
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29619
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29648
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020215
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1583?
CVE-2008-1583 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime before 7.5 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted PICT image, a different vulnerab...
How severe is CVE-2008-1583?
CVE-2008-1583 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-2008-1583?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime.