CVE-2011-0176: Buffer Overflow
Published 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.
Affected Software
14 affected components
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 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
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Mar 23, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2011-0176?
CVE-2011-0176 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability in Apple Type Services.
5
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.