CVE-2010-1819

CVE-2010-1819 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Apple Quicktime with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Picture Viewer in Apple QuickTime before 7.6.8 allows local users, and possibly remote attackers, to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse (1) CoreVideo.dll, (2) CoreGraphics.dll, or (3) CoreAudioToolbox.dll that is located in the same folder as a .pic image file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2010-1819?
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the Picture Viewer in Apple QuickTime before 7.6.8 allows local users, and possibly remote attackers, to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse (1) CoreVideo.dll, (2) CoreGraphics.dll, or (3) CoreAudioToolbox.dll that is located in the same folder as a .pic image file.
How severe is CVE-2010-1819?
CVE-2010-1819 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2010-1819 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2010-1819?
CVE-2010-1819 primarily affects Apple Quicktime. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1819?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2010-1819 published?
CVE-2010-1819 was published on 2013-12-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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