Vulnerability Description
Integer signedness error in Apple QuickTime before 7.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted PnSize opcode in a PICT file that triggers a stack-based buffer overflow.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.6.9 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8365
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4826Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/17777
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-252/
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/8365
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4826Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/17777
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-11-252/
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0257?
CVE-2011-0257 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Integer signedness error in Apple QuickTime before 7.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted PnSize opcode in a PICT file tha...
How severe is CVE-2011-0257?
CVE-2011-0257 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-2011-0257?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime.