CVE-2005-0043

CVE-2005-0043 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Itunes with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 69% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in Apple iTunes 4.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL in (1) .m3u or (2) .pls playlist files.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-0043?
Buffer overflow in Apple iTunes 4.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL in (1) .m3u or (2) .pls playlist files.
How severe is CVE-2005-0043?
CVE-2005-0043 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-0043 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 69% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-0043?
CVE-2005-0043 affects Apple Itunes. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-0043?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2005-0043 published?
CVE-2005-0043 was published on 2005-05-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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