Alias(es)QuickTime.H264.Integer.Overflow |
Release DateOct 16, 2006 |
Severityhigh |
ImpactSystem Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems. |
DescriptionThis indicates an attack attempt against an integer overflow vulnerability in Apple QuickTime.The vulnerability is caused by insufficient checking of user-supplied input before the vulnerable software copies it to an insufficient buffer. It may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via sending a crafted H.264 movie. |
Affected ProductsApple QuickTime Player before 7.1.3 |
Recommended ActionsApply the most recent upgrades or patches from the vendor:http://www.apple.com/quicktime/ |
Coverage IPS
VCM |
Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)CVE-2006-4381 |
Reference/shttp://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19976 (BugTraq) |