CVE-2014-4979

Name: CVE-2014-4979
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-07-26T11:11:57.66+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.59%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-4979 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 3.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

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.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.59%

87.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Quicktime	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Jul 26, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-4979?

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?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-4979 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4979?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-4979?

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Source: NVD / NIST