CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2011-0176: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Mar 23 2011(Updated: )

Multiple buffer overflows in Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple Mac OS X before 10.6.7 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a document that contains a crafted embedded Type 1 font.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
macOS Yosemite=10.6.3
macOS Yosemite<=10.6.6
macOS Yosemite=10.6.1
macOS Yosemite=10.6.0
macOS Yosemite=10.6.2
macOS Yosemite=10.6.4
macOS Yosemite=10.6.5
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.3
Apple Mac OS X Server<=10.6.6
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.4
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.5
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.1
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.2
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.6.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2011-0176?

    CVE-2011-0176 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems.

  • How do I fix CVE-2011-0176?

    To fix CVE-2011-0176, users should update their Mac OS X systems to version 10.6.7 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2011-0176?

    CVE-2011-0176 affects multiple versions of Apple Mac OS X prior to 10.6.7, including 10.6.0 to 10.6.6.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-0176?

    CVE-2011-0176 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in Apple Type Services.

  • Can CVE-2011-0176 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2011-0176 can be exploited remotely through a malicious document containing a crafted embedded Type 1 font.

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