CVE-2001-0198 describes a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Japanese version of Apple QuickTime Player plugin 4.1.2. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on affected systems by supplying an overly long HREF parameter within an EMBED tag. With a CVSS score of 7.6 (HIGH), this vulnerability poses a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector, high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability, despite requiring high attack complexity. While not listed on the KEV or Hot List, and lacking Metasploit or Nuclei modules, an exploit is publicly available on ExploitDB, indicating its potential for exploitation. Community discussion and media coverage for this CVE are minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
4.1.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:apple:quicktime:4.1.2:*:*:ja:*:windows:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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Remediation records are not available for this CVE.