CVE-2008-2311: Race Condition
First published: Tue Jul 01 2008(Updated: )
Launch Services in Apple Mac OS X before 10.5, when Open Safe Files is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a symlink attack, probably related to a race condition and automatic execution of a downloaded file.
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 | =10.5.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.10 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.2 | |
| 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 | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.8 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2163
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jun/msg00002.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30018
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1020393
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30802
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1981/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43495
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2311?
CVE-2008-2311 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2311?
To resolve CVE-2008-2311, update to the latest version of macOS that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-2311?
CVE-2008-2311 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4.1 through 10.5.3.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2008-2311?
CVE-2008-2311 is associated with a symlink attack that may exploit race conditions.
What does 'Open Safe Files' mean in the context of CVE-2008-2311?
In CVE-2008-2311, 'Open Safe Files' refers to a feature in Mac OS X that can automatically execute downloaded files, increasing the risk of exploitation.
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