CVE-2009-0955
UnknownEPSS 9.50%
Last modified
CVE-2009-0955 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple QuickTime before 7.6.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via crafted image description atoms in an Apple video file, related to a "sign extension issue.". EPSS estimates a 9.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Apple QuickTime before 7.6.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via crafted image description atoms in an Apple video file, related to a "sign extension issue."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Quicktime | <= 7.6.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | All versions |
| Apple | Quicktime | 3.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 4.1.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 5.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 5.0.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 5.0.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.0.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.0.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.0.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.1.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.1.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.2.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.3.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.4.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.5 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.5.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.5.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 6.5.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.0.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.0.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.0.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.0.3 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.0.4 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.3 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.4 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.5 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.1.6 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.2 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.2.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.2.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.3 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.3.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.3.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.3.1.70 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.4 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.4.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.4.1 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.4.4 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.4.5 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.5.0 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.5.5 |
| Apple | Quicktime | 7.6.0 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35091Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3591Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1469Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35091Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3591Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1469Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-0955?
Apple QuickTime before 7.6.2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via crafted image description atoms in an Apple video file, related to a "sign extension issue."
How severe is CVE-2009-0955?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0955 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-0955?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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