CVE-2008-0995: Infoleak
First published: Tue Mar 18 2008(Updated: )
The Printing component in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.2 uses 40-bit RC4 when printing to an encrypted PDF file, which makes it easier for attackers to decrypt the file via brute force methods.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Mar/msg00001.html
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307562
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019667
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28387
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-079A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28304
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29420
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0924/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41287
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0995?
CVE-2008-0995 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for enabling brute force attacks on encrypted PDF files.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0995?
To mitigate CVE-2008-0995, upgrade to a newer version of macOS that does not use 40-bit RC4 for PDF file encryption.
What versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2008-0995?
CVE-2008-0995 affects macOS versions specifically 10.5.2, including both Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server.
What kind of attack does CVE-2008-0995 allow?
CVE-2008-0995 allows attackers to potentially decrypt encrypted PDF files using brute force techniques.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-0995?
A recommended workaround for CVE-2008-0995 is to avoid using the vulnerable printing feature until a proper update can be applied.
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