CVE-2011-0172
First published: Wed Mar 23 2011(Updated: )
AirPort in Apple Mac OS X 10.6 before 10.6.7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (divide-by-zero error and reboot) via Wi-Fi frames on the local wireless network, a different vulnerability than CVE-2011-0162.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.6.6 | |
| 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 iOS and macOS | =10.6.5 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.6 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.6.5 | |
| 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-2011-0172?
CVE-2011-0172 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can lead to system reboots.
How do I fix CVE-2011-0172?
To mitigate CVE-2011-0172, it is recommended to update to Mac OS X version 10.6.7 or later.
Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2011-0172?
CVE-2011-0172 affects Mac OS X versions 10.6.0 through 10.6.6.
Can CVE-2011-0172 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2011-0172 can be exploited by remote attackers via specially crafted Wi-Fi frames.
What is the impact of CVE-2011-0172 on affected systems?
The impact of CVE-2011-0172 on affected systems is a potential system crash followed by a reboot.
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