Is CVE-2007-6238 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2007-6238 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2007-6238 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2007-6238 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2007-6238?

CVE-2007-6238 has a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2007-6238

NVD-CWE-noinfoPublished: December 4, 2007· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

10.0

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Apple QuickTime 7.2 on Windows XP allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown attack vectors, probably a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-6166. NOTE: this information is based upon a vague advisory by a vulnerability information sales organization that does not coordinate with vendors or release advisories with actionable information. A CVE has been assigned for tracking purposes, but duplicates with other CVEs are difficult to determine. However, the organization has stated that this is different than CVE-2007-6166.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2007-6238 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.