CVE-2007-0236: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jan 16 2007(Updated: )
Double free vulnerability in the _ATPsndrsp function in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8, and possibly other versions, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted AppleTalk request that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://projects.info-pull.com/moab/MOAB-14-01-2007.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/22041
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017513
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23708
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305214
- http://www.osvdb.org/32687
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017751
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24479
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Mar/msg00002.html
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-072A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0930
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0191
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/3130
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-0236?
CVE-2007-0236 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to cause kernel panic and execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0236?
To mitigate CVE-2007-0236, updating to a patched version of Mac OS X that addresses this vulnerability is recommended.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2007-0236?
CVE-2007-0236 can be exploited through crafted AppleTalk requests that lead to denial of service and possible remote code execution.
Which operating system versions are affected by CVE-2007-0236?
CVE-2007-0236 affects Mac OS X 10.4.8 and possibly earlier or similar versions.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2007-0236?
The exploitation of CVE-2007-0236 can lead to system crashes and the ability for attackers to run arbitrary code on the affected system.
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