CVE-2007-2406
First published: Fri Aug 03 2007(Updated: )
Quartz Composer on Apple Mac OS X 10.4.10 does not initialize a certain object pointer, which might allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Quartz Composer file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple Quartz Composer |
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Reference Links
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306172
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2007/Jul/msg00004.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25159
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26235
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2732
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35737
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-2406?
CVE-2007-2406 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2406?
To fix CVE-2007-2406, update Quartz Composer to its latest version provided by Apple.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-2406?
Users of Apple Mac OS X 10.4.10 and Apple Mac OS X Server 10.4.10 are affected by CVE-2007-2406.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-2406 enable?
CVE-2007-2406 enables user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is CVE-2007-2406 a local or remote vulnerability?
CVE-2007-2406 is classified as a remote vulnerability as it requires user interaction to exploit.
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