HTTP: Apple QuickTime Filetype Remote Off-By-One Stack Buffer Overflow
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in Apple QuickTime. A successful attack could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the targeted system. Failed exploit attempts could result in a denial of service condition.
Extended Description
Apple QuickTime is prone to a buffer-overflow vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this issue by enticing an unsuspecting user to open a specially crafted file. Successfully exploiting this issue allows remote attackers to cause the affected application to crash. Reportedly, code execution is not possible. This issue affects QuickTime 7.5.5; other versions may also be vulnerable.
Affected Products
Apple quicktime_player
Short Name
HTTP:STC:STREAM:APPLE-QT-OBO-BO
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
Apple Buffer CVE-2008-4116 Filetype Off-By-One Overflow QuickTime Remote Stack bid:31212
Release Date
12/17/2012
Supported Platforms
srx-branch-12.3
srx-19.3
srx-branch-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.2
srx-branch-19.4
vsrx-19.4
mx-12.3
mx-19.4
vmx-19.4
mx-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.4
srx-19.4
vsrx-12.3
vmx-19.3
vsrx-19.2
srx-12.3
Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors
Apple
CVSS Score
9.3