Apple.QuickTime.genl.Atom.Code.Execution
Description
This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a code-execution vulnerability in Apple QuickTime.
The vulnerability results from insecure code in the DLL responsible for parsing QuickTime media file with malformed "genl" atom. It can be exploited via a crafted ".mov" file, leading to remote code execution.
Affected Products
QuickTime in Apple Mac OS X before 10.6.3
Impact
System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.
Recommended Actions
Refer to the vendor's web site for the suggested workaround:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4077
Telemetry
Coverage
IPS (Regular DB) | |
IPS (Extended DB) |
Version Updates
Date | Version | Detail |
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2021-01-11 | 16.995 |