Alert Number: 091009-02
Alert Date: 09/10/09
Alert Title: Quicktime 7.6.4 fixes critical vulnerabilities
Update-to: None.
OS/Platform/Application:
Apple Quicktime
Category: ALERT
Severity: HIGH
Attention: Quicktime users, System Administrators, Desktop Support Personnel.
Summary: Apple has released version 7.6.4 of its popular Quicktime media player application. Quicktime 7.6.4 fixes four security vulnerabilities. The most likely mechanism of exploit for these vulnerabilities is the viewing of a maliciously-crafted movie or picture file. It is important to note that successful exploitation of any of the vulnerabilities could result in complete takeover of a vulnerable computer.
Recommended Actions: Quicktime users are encouraged to read the security update information and apply the update as soon as possible.
Readers are encouraged to share this alert with family, friends, and associates.
ITS Actions: N/A
Resources:
Quicktime 7.6.4 security content page:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3859
Quicktime download page:
http://www.apple.com/quicktime/download/
