CVE-2015-5786: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2015-5786: Apple QuickTime before 7.7.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service...

Apple QuickTime before 7.7.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted file, a different vulnerability than CVE-2015-5785.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 06:59 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2015-5786 is a memory-corruption flaw in Apple QuickTime before 7.7.8. A maliciously crafted file could let a remote attacker run code or crash the application. The practical risk is legacy QuickTime installations that still open media files from untrusted sources. Exposure is likely limited to systems with Apple QuickTime versions earlier than 7.7.8, especially endpoints where users can open media files from email, web downloads, or file shares. Treat as a legacy endpoint remediation issue with high potential impact. Prioritize if QuickTime is still installed, because successful exploitation could execute code through a user-opened file. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apple QuickTime installations to version 7.7.8 or later.; Prioritize systems that open media from email, browsers, or shared storage.; Review Apple advisory HT205046 for vendor-confirmed remediation details..

Prepared: Jun 13, 2026, 22:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 25, 2015, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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