Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the QuickTime ActiveX control in Apple QuickTime before 7.7 on Windows, when Internet Explorer is used, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted QTL file.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.6.9 |
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows 7 | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Vista | All versions |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Aug/msg00000.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Aug/msg00000.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0248?
CVE-2011-0248 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the QuickTime ActiveX control in Apple QuickTime before 7.7 on Windows, when Internet Explorer is used, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a deni...
How severe is CVE-2011-0248?
CVE-2011-0248 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0248?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Xp.