CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-0926

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in Apple QuickTime on Mac OS 10.2.8 through 10.3.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a specially crafted BMP image.

Risk Assessment

The risk involves potential remote code execution without authentication, which could lead to data theft, malware installation, or further network compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to immediately update Apple QuickTime to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability. If updating is not possible, restrict opening BMP files from untrusted sources.

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Original NVD description (English source)

Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple QuickTime on Mac OS 10.2.8 through 10.3.5 may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a certain BMP image.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS