CVE-2012-0663 describes multiple stack-based buffer overflows in Apple QuickTime for Windows, versions prior to 7.7.2. This critical vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service by tricking a user into opening a specially crafted TeXML file. With a CVSS score of 9.3, it is easily exploitable over a network with medium attack complexity, potentially leading to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA KEV, a Metasploit module and ExploitDB entry confirm the existence of public exploit code, indicating a high potential for exploitation. Community discussion and media coverage further highlight the significance of this vulnerability.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 7.7.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
4.1.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:4.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.0.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:5.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
The average CVE in this peer group has 0.0 Twitter, 0.1 Reddit, 0.1 Bluesky, 0.0 Mastodon, and 0.2 GitHub mentions.
The average CVE in this peer group has 0.1 InfoSec Media, 0.0 Vendor Blog, and 0.0 Security Researcher mentions.