CVE-2007-5450: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 14, 2007
·
Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in Safari on the Apple iPod touch (aka iTouch) and iPhone 1.1.1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash), and enable filesystem browsing by the local user, via a certain TIFF file.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apple iPod touch=1.1.1
iPhone OS=1.1.1
Safari

Event History

Oct 14, 2007
CVE Published
06:17 PM
Data Sourced
06:17 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5450?

CVE-2007-5450 has a high severity level as it can lead to application crashes and potential filesystem exposure.

2

How do I fix CVE-2007-5450?

To fix CVE-2007-5450, update your Apple Safari browser to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What type of attack is possible with CVE-2007-5450?

CVE-2007-5450 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute a denial of service attack on the affected devices.

4

Which devices are affected by CVE-2007-5450?

CVE-2007-5450 affects Safari running on Apple iPod touch and iPhone devices with iPhone OS version 1.1.1.

5

Can I prevent CVE-2007-5450 attacks?

Preventing CVE-2007-5450 attacks involves avoiding the opening of untrusted TIFF files in the affected Safari version.

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