Heap-based Buffer Overflow in Apple QuickTime Affects Multimedia Files
CVE-2007-4677

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Apple
Status
Mac Os X
Windows Vista
Windows Xp
Vendor
CVE Published:
7 November 2007

What is CVE-2007-4677?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in Apple QuickTime prior to version 7.3, where attackers can exploit improper handling of color table atom (CTAB) sizes in movie files. This issue can lead to arbitrary code execution when an invalid color table size is processed, significantly impacting the security of users playing potentially malicious video files. It highlights the need for vigilance when handling variable input sizes in multimedia applications to prevent exploitation.

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References

http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-310A.html
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http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306896
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http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-07-065.html
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EPSS Score

70% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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