CVE-2007-4269: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Nov 15 2007(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the Networking component in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.4.10 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted AppleTalk Session Protocol (ASP) message on an AppleTalk socket, which triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.6 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=629
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Nov/msg00002.html
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307041
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-319A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26444
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1018950
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27643
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3868
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38473
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4269?
CVE-2007-4269 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4269?
To fix CVE-2007-4269, update your Apple Mac OS X to version 10.4.11 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-4269?
CVE-2007-4269 affects local users running Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4 through 10.4.10.
What causes CVE-2007-4269?
CVE-2007-4269 is caused by an integer overflow in the Networking component when handling crafted AppleTalk Session Protocol messages.
Can CVE-2007-4269 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2007-4269 can only be exploited by local users on the affected systems.
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