Vulnerability Description
QuickTime in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.2 does not properly handle the atom hierarchy in movie files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.7.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | <= 10.7.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/76378
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5016
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/Security-announce/2011//Oct/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/76378
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5002Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5016
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50085
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-3221?
CVE-2011-3221 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). QuickTime in Apple Mac OS X before 10.7.2 does not properly handle the atom hierarchy in movie files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application ...
How severe is CVE-2011-3221?
CVE-2011-3221 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-2011-3221?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.