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This is an old Apple QuickTime file-parsing flaw. A malicious PICT image could crash QuickTime or potentially run code on a system using QuickTime before 7.7.3. Business risk is mainly legacy endpoints or workflows that still open PICT media through vulnerable QuickTime components. Exposure is most likely where Apple QuickTime versions earlier than 7.7.3 remain installed and users or automated processes handle PICT files. The source bundle does not identify specific operating systems, bundled applications, or downstream products. Prioritize remediation on legacy desktops, media workflows, and systems that process untrusted image files. This should not displace current actively exploited vulnerabilities, but any remaining QuickTime before 7.7.3 deserves cleanup because the stated impact includes code execution. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apple QuickTime to 7.7.3 or later where QuickTime is still required.; Remove vulnerable QuickTime installations where business use is no longer justified.; Check Apple advisory HT5581 and APPLE-SA-2012-11-07-1 for vendor guidance..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- apple-quicktime-pict-ce(79896)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:16167CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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