CVE-2004-0486
First published: Fri May 28 2004(Updated: )
HelpViewer in Mac OS X 10.3.3 and 10.2.8 processes scripts that it did not initiate, which can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, an issue that was originally reported as a directory traversal vulnerability in the Safari web browser using the runscript parameter in a help: URI handler.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.fundisom.com/owned/warning
- http://secunia.com/advisories/11622/
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/578798
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10356
- http://lists.apple.com/mhonarc/security-announce/msg00053.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2004-05/0837.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/6184
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1010167
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16166
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0486?
CVE-2004-0486 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0486?
To mitigate CVE-2004-0486, upgrade your Mac OS X to a version later than 10.3.3 or apply any available security patches.
What versions are affected by CVE-2004-0486?
CVE-2004-0486 affects Mac OS X versions 10.2.8 and 10.3.1 through 10.3.3.
What kind of attack can CVE-2004-0486 enable?
CVE-2004-0486 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via scripts processed by HelpViewer.
Is CVE-2004-0486 a directory traversal vulnerability?
CVE-2004-0486 was initially reported as a directory traversal vulnerability related to the Safari web browser.
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