CVE-2010-1842: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Nov 15 2010(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in AppKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x before 10.6.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a bidirectional text string with ellipsis truncation.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-1842?
CVE-2010-1842 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
Who is affected by CVE-2010-1842?
CVE-2010-1842 affects users running specific versions of Apple Mac OS X 10.6.x prior to 10.6.5.
How do I fix CVE-2010-1842?
To fix CVE-2010-1842, upgrade your Apple Mac OS X to version 10.6.5 or later.
What type of attack does CVE-2010-1842 enable?
CVE-2010-1842 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service.
What is the underlying issue of CVE-2010-1842?
CVE-2010-1842 is due to a buffer overflow in AppKit related to bidirectional text string handling.
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