How severe is CVE-2005-1248?

CVE-2005-1248 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2005-1248 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2005-1248?

CVE-2005-1248 primarily affects Apple Itunes. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2005-1248?

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-2005-1248 published?

CVE-2005-1248 was published on 2005-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2005-1248

CVE-2005-1248 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Itunes with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 5% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Itunes
Published: 2005-05-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Apple iTunes before 4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted MPEG4 file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-1248?: Buffer overflow in Apple iTunes before 4.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted MPEG4 file.
How severe is CVE-2005-1248?: CVE-2005-1248 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2005-1248 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2005-1248?: CVE-2005-1248 primarily affects Apple Itunes. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2005-1248?: 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-2005-1248 published?: CVE-2005-1248 was published on 2005-05-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:apple:itunes:4.2.72:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apple:itunes:4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apple:itunes:4.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apple:itunes:4.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:apple:itunes:4.7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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