Vulnerability Description
Apple QuickTime allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a malformed version number and flags in an mvhd atom.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68852
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030638
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-14-264/
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6493
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6443Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68852
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030638
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-14-264/
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6493
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-4979?
CVE-2014-4979 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Apple QuickTime allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption) via a malformed version number and flags in an mvhd atom.
How severe is CVE-2014-4979?
CVE-2014-4979 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-2014-4979?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Quicktime.