CVE-2010-3796: Infoleak
First published: Tue Nov 16 2010(Updated: )
Safari RSS in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and 10.6.x before 10.6.5 does not block Java applets in an RSS feed, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a feed: URL containing an applet that performs DOM modifications.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.5.8 | |
| 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 | =10.5.8 | |
| 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-2010-3796?
CVE-2010-3796 is classified as a moderate vulnerability impacting Safari RSS.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3796?
To fix CVE-2010-3796, update your Mac OS X to version 10.6.5 or later.
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-3796?
CVE-2010-3796 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.5.8 and 10.6.x prior to 10.6.5.
What kind of attack does CVE-2010-3796 enable?
CVE-2010-3796 allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information through Java applets in an RSS feed.
Is CVE-2010-3796 still a concern for current systems?
CVE-2010-3796 is less of a concern today as it affects outdated systems no longer supported by Apple.
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