What is the severity of CVE-2010-4010?

CVE-2010-4010 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2010-4010?

To mitigate CVE-2010-4010, upgrade to the latest version of Apple's software that addresses this vulnerability.

What systems are affected by CVE-2010-4010?

CVE-2010-4010 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Apple Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-4010?

CVE-2010-4010 is classified as an integer signedness error in Apple Type Services.

Can CVE-2010-4010 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2010-4010 can be exploited remotely through a crafted embedded Compact Font Format (CFF) font in a document.

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CVE-2010-4010

medium

6.8

CWE

189

16/11/2010

7/8/2024

CVE-2010-4010

First published: Tue Nov 16 2010(Updated: )

Integer signedness error in Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted embedded Compact Font Format (CFF) font in a document.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iOS and macOS	=10.5.8
Apple macOS Server	=10.5.8

Remedy

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4435

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4010?
CVE-2010-4010 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4010?
To mitigate CVE-2010-4010, upgrade to the latest version of Apple's software that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-4010?
CVE-2010-4010 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Apple Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-4010?
CVE-2010-4010 is classified as an integer signedness error in Apple Type Services.
Can CVE-2010-4010 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-4010 can be exploited remotely through a crafted embedded Compact Font Format (CFF) font in a document.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4010?
CVE-2010-4010 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2010-4010?
To mitigate CVE-2010-4010, upgrade to the latest version of Apple's software that addresses this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2010-4010?
CVE-2010-4010 affects Apple Mac OS X 10.5.8 and Apple Mac OS X Server 10.5.8.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2010-4010?
CVE-2010-4010 is classified as an integer signedness error in Apple Type Services.
Can CVE-2010-4010 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2010-4010 can be exploited remotely through a crafted embedded Compact Font Format (CFF) font in a document.