ID:4462 - Exploit for Heap-based buffer overflow in iTunes - CVE-2012-0677

 
Main Vulnerability Database Exploits ID:4462 - Exploit for Heap-based buffer overflow in iTunes - CVE-2012-0677

ID:4462 - Exploit for Heap-based buffer overflow in iTunes - CVE-2012-0677

Published: August 11, 2020


Vulnerability identifier: #VU44002
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2012-0677
CWE-ID: CWE-122
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
iTunes

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to a boundary error in Heap-based buffer overflow in Apple iTunes before 10.6.3. A remote attacker can use a crafted .m3u playlist. to trigger heap-based buffer overflow and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.


Remediation

Cybersecurity Help is currently unaware of any official solution to address this vulnerability.