What is the severity of CVE-2007-5848?

CVE-2007-5848 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow local admin users to execute arbitrary code.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5848?

The recommended fix for CVE-2007-5848 is to apply the latest security updates provided by Apple for Mac OS X 10.4.11.

Who is affected by CVE-2007-5848?

CVE-2007-5848 affects local admin users on Mac OS X 10.4.11 who use the CUPS service.

What components are involved in CVE-2007-5848?

CVE-2007-5848 involves the CUPS service in Mac OS X, which is responsible for printer management.

What can attackers exploit in CVE-2007-5848?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2007-5848 by sending crafted URIs to the CUPS service, leading to a buffer overflow.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2007-5848

high

7.2

CWE

119

19/12/2007

15/10/2018

CVE-2007-5848: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Dec 19 2007(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in CUPS in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 allows local admin users to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URI to the CUPS service.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
macOS Yosemite	=10.4.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5848?
CVE-2007-5848 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow local admin users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5848?
The recommended fix for CVE-2007-5848 is to apply the latest security updates provided by Apple for Mac OS X 10.4.11.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5848?
CVE-2007-5848 affects local admin users on Mac OS X 10.4.11 who use the CUPS service.
What components are involved in CVE-2007-5848?
CVE-2007-5848 involves the CUPS service in Mac OS X, which is responsible for printer management.
What can attackers exploit in CVE-2007-5848?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2007-5848 by sending crafted URIs to the CUPS service, leading to a buffer overflow.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-5848?
CVE-2007-5848 has a critical severity level due to its potential to allow local admin users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5848?
The recommended fix for CVE-2007-5848 is to apply the latest security updates provided by Apple for Mac OS X 10.4.11.
Who is affected by CVE-2007-5848?
CVE-2007-5848 affects local admin users on Mac OS X 10.4.11 who use the CUPS service.
What components are involved in CVE-2007-5848?
CVE-2007-5848 involves the CUPS service in Mac OS X, which is responsible for printer management.
What can attackers exploit in CVE-2007-5848?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2007-5848 by sending crafted URIs to the CUPS service, leading to a buffer overflow.